As part of the EU's long standing commitment to support Palestinians in need and in light of the latest developments in the region, the European Commission today announced a new aid package for Gaza worth €120 million. This brings total EU humanitarian assistance to Gaza to over €450 million since 2023 and comes in addition to the EU Air Bridge Flights which have delivered over 3,800 tonnes of aid. The EU continues working with partners on the ground to ensure that aid reaches those in need fast.
President Ursula von der Leyen said: "The ceasefire and hostage release agreement offers hope the region desperately needed. But the humanitarian situation remains grim in Gaza. Europe will channel €120 million of aid in 2025, alongside tons of in-kind aid, to keep supporting Palestinians."
The aid package will include:
- Food assistance to address acute food insecurity and malnutrition
- Healthcare assistance to support the functioning of healthcare facilities and provide medical supplies
- Water, sanitation, and hygiene support to allow access to water and sanitation services
- Shelter assistance to provide safe and secure accommodation for those who have been displaced
- Protection assistance to support the safety and dignity of vulnerable populations
The EU will work closely with UN agencies and other humanitarian partner organisations to ensure swift delivery of the assistance.
Background
The EU supports humanitarian organisations working in both Gaza and the West Bank.
Access challenges and security concerns in Gaza have forced humanitarian partners operating on the ground to reduce their operations to a bare minimum. Their capacity to deliver is indisputable, but they require access.
The EU also launched a Humanitarian Air Bridge (HAB) operation in aid to the people affected by the crisis. Over 60 flights have transported over 3,800 tonnes of cargo supplied by humanitarian partners, EU-owned stockpile items, and donations from Member States.
