Qatar Pledges 1.3 Million Liters of Fuel to Gaza Through UN Deal

Qatar has signed an agreement with the United Nations to supply approximately 1.3 million liters of fuel to the Gaza Strip, according to an announcement by the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This fuel transfer is designated as a grant from Doha, intended to support humanitarian needs and the healthcare system within the territory.

The Qatari Foreign Ministry stated that the grant aims to ensure the continued operation of essential services and humanitarian initiatives, assisting organizations on the ground in providing services to residents. A portion of the fuel will be allocated to power hospitals, medical centers, and other vital systems reliant on a stable energy supply.

This initiative is presented by Doha as a continuation of Qatar's ongoing aid program for Gaza. Since October 7, 2023, Qatar has reportedly supplied around 30 million liters of fuel to Gaza, with a previous announcement in February 2025 detailing an additional 15 million liters, bringing the total aid in this category to 30 million liters. The article notes a discrepancy in the total amount provided, stating 30 million liters were supplied from Oct 7, 2023 to the end of March 2026, and then later states that 15 million liters in Feb 2025 brought the total to 30 million liters.

The Qatari Foreign Ministry indicated that an estimated 2.1 million Palestinians, including children, women, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities, could benefit from the healthcare services and other systems that require this fuel. However, the announcement did not specify a timeline for the fuel's delivery, the crossing points through which it will enter Gaza, or which UN agency will be responsible for its distribution.