Larnaca: Humanitarian aid sets sail for Gaza this afternoon

This afternoon, a vessel carrying a floating platform loaded with humanitarian aid is expected to depart from the port of Larnaca towards Gaza as part of the "Amalthea" humanitarian corridor.

According to information from CNA, the ship, already loaded with approximately 150 tons of humanitarian aid, including food, is set to leave this afternoon, pending Israel's approval. The departure time will not be disclosed for security reasons, and the journey to Gaza is anticipated to take up to two days.

3 weeks ago, the #OpenArms ship, in collaboration with @WCK, docked in Cyprus for a joint mission. What initially appeared as an insurmountable challenge is now on the verge of realization.

The endeavor to establish a humanitarian maritime corridor in #Gaza is making progress,… pic.twitter.com/njaOxGZtnn

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It is worth noting that the special vessel will transport the floating platform "MMS ARIS," loaded with humanitarian aid. Additionally, the United States Army's general support ship, the "Gen. Frank S. Besson" (LSV-1), has departed from the Langley-Justis base in Virginia, USA, heading to the Eastern Mediterranean. Its mission is to enhance the maritime campaign for providing humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip.

The mentioned vessel serves as logistical support for units, ensuring they have the necessary supplies to operate away from land bases. Departing less than 36 hours after President Biden's announcement of sea-based humanitarian aid to Gaza, the ship carries equipment for the construction of a temporary pier to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid to the besieged Palestinian enclave.

On March 9, 2024, U.S. Army Vessel (USAV) General Frank S. Besson (LSV-1) from the 7th Transportation Brigade (Expeditionary), 3rd Expeditionary Sustainment Command, XVIII Airborne Corps, departed Joint Base Langley-Eustis en route to the Eastern Mediterranean less than 36 hours… pic.twitter.com/X70uttuY9J

— U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) March 10, 2024

[Information from CNA]