Israel Sends Humanitarian Aid to Panama Earthquake Victims
Translated & summarized from JDN by baba
Israel has provided humanitarian aid to Panama following a severe earthquake that damaged infrastructure. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar directed immediate assistance, including drinking water for the Playa Venao region and essential food supplies. The operation involves cooperation with Panama City's municipality and the local Israeli community, with Ambassador Mati Cohen leading the embassy's efforts on the ground.
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- Israel is providing humanitarian aid to Panama after a major earthquake.
- The aid includes drinking water and essential food supplies for affected residents.
- Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar ordered the immediate dispatch of assistance.
- The operation is coordinated with Panama City's municipality.
- Israel's Ambassador to Panama, Mati Cohen, is leading the embassy's efforts.
- The aid addresses severe water shortages in the Playa Venao region.
Israel has dispatched special humanitarian aid to victims of a severe earthquake that struck Panama, causing extensive damage to the country's power and water infrastructure. Following the disaster, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar instructed ministry officials and the Israeli Embassy in Panama to immediately provide assistance to residents in the affected areas.
As part of the aid operation, conducted in close cooperation with Panama City's municipality, drinking water will be supplied to the residents of the Playa Venao region, who are suffering from a severe shortage of regular water. Local Panamanian authorities are assisting with the transportation and direct distribution to residents.
In addition, essential food items, purchased in cooperation with the local Israeli community, are being sent to the region. Israel's Ambassador to Panama, Mati Cohen, is leading the embassy's activities on the ground.
The Foreign Ministry stated that Israeli representatives are closely monitoring developments, maintaining continuous contact with local authorities, and working to assist disaster victims while also reporting on the well-being of Israelis in the area.
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