Since the crisis that began in Gaza on October 7, 2023, Türkiye has been taking a leading role by conducting a comprehensive humanitarian aid campaign to meet the basic needs of the local population and to revive the spirit of international solidarity.
Under the coordination of the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD), relevant institutions, organizations, and non-governmental organizations Türkiye continues humanitarian aid activities in the region.
Since October 7, 2023, a total of 101,725 tons of humanitarian aid has been delivered to Gaza. Aid was dispatched with 16 ships and 14 planes. Furthermore, as of July 27, 2025, 333 truckloads of humanitarian aid have been sent to Gaza. These aid deliveries include essential items such as food, medicine, medical equipment, tents, containers, generators, hygiene kits, and drinking water.
Türkiye has been one of the countries sending the most humanitarian aid to Gaza. This support not only reflects financial aid but also Türkiye's strong diplomatic commitment to the Palestinian cause.
The understanding of humanitarian diplomacy, as articulated by the statements of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Minister of Foreign Affairs Hakan Fidan, has powerfully conveyed the message that "Gaza is not alone," both on the ground and to the international community. During this process, Türkiye has served not only as a provider of humanitarian aid but also as a voice of conscience, guided by the principles of regional stability, justice, and human dignity.
Following the declaration of a ceasefire in Gaza on October 8, 2025, humanitarian aid operations gained new momentum.
In this context, a humanitarian aid convoy of 100 trucks coordinated by AFAD, the Turkish Red Crescent, and other Turkish non-governmental organisations was delivered to Gaza via the Karem Abu Salem Border Crossing, departing from the city of El-Arish in Egypt.
On October 13, 2025, a new aid convoy comprising 17 trucks of food and three trucks of blankets and tents is scheduled to enter Gaza. This shipment not only represents Türkiye's tangible support to the people of Gaza but also serves as a call of conscience to the international community.
Following the arrival of the aid convoy in Gaza, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan reiterated Türkiye's commitment to supporting the Palestinian people and affirmed its dedication to providing all essential assistance for the reconstruction of Gaza.
Under the Coordination of AFAD, Türkiye's Humanitarian Aid to Gaza:
After the ceasefire on October 8, a convoy of 100 trucks carrying aid reached the Karem Abu Salem Border Crossing from the city of El-Arish in Egypt.
Since October 7, 2023, a total of 101,725 tons of aid have been dispatched with 16 ships and 14 planes.
The dispatch of seventeen trucks of food, three trucks of blankets, and tents manufactured in Türkiye to Gaza is scheduled for October 13, 2025.
Since July 27, 2025, a total of 333 trucks of humanitarian aid have been delivered to Gaza.