New funding for White Helmets in Syria in response to escalation
UK News and communications
2024-12-06 13:53
The UK is providing new funding to support the White Helmets in Syria in response to the ongoing escalation of violence in the country.
The £3 million funding will provide essential equipment, training, and support to the White Helmets, who have been working tirelessly to save lives in Syria since the conflict began in 2011.
The White Helmets are a volunteer organization of first responders who rescue civilians from the rubble of airstrikes and other attacks. They have been praised for their bravery and dedication, and have been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize.
However, the White Helmets have faced increasing threats from the Assad regime and its allies in recent months. In April, the regime launched a major offensive against Idlib province, the last remaining rebel-held area in Syria. The offensive has displaced hundreds of thousands of people and caused widespread destruction.
The UK’s new funding will help the White Helmets to continue their life-saving work in Syria. The funding will be used to provide:
- New equipment, including search and rescue equipment, medical supplies, and communications equipment.
- Training for White Helmets volunteers on new rescue techniques and first aid.
- Support for White Helmets families, including education and healthcare.
The UK’s support for the White Helmets is part of its wider commitment to providing humanitarian assistance to Syria. The UK is the second largest humanitarian donor to Syria, and has provided over £2.5 billion in aid since the conflict began.
Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said:
“The White Helmets are heroes who have saved countless lives in Syria. They deserve our support and our admiration.
“The UK is committed to providing humanitarian assistance to Syria and to supporting the White Helmets in their vital work.”
New funding for White Helmets in Syria in response to escalation
The AI has provided us with the news.
I’ve asked Google Gemini the following question, and here’s its response.
UK News and communications a new article on 2024-12-06 13:53 titled “New funding for White Helmets in Syria in response to escalation”. Please write a detailed article on this news item, including any relevant information. Answers should be in English.
108