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The UAE has sent a ship carrying 250 tonnes of relief aid to Ukraine, according to state news agency WAM. This initiative is part of its ongoing humanitarian efforts to support those affected by the crisis in Ukraine. The aid shipment will arrive in Poland and Romania by sea before being transported into Ukraine. It includes personal supplies, lighting equipment and blankets. The Office of International Affairs, in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is preparing to send another batch consisting of computers for students and other school supplies. Since the Ukraine crisis began, the UAE has provided urgent relief supplies, including a donation of $100 million to support Ukrainian civilians. The UAE has also established an air bridge, sending 11 aircraft carrying 550 tonnes of aid, including food and medical supplies, 2,520 electric generators, and six ambulances. Relief aircraft were also dispatched to support Ukrainian refugees in Poland, Moldova and Bulgaria. DMM/Expat Media
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