The Maldives has announced its decision to extend support through the Zakat Fund to aid Palestinians in Gaza.
Minister of Islamic Affairs Dr. Mohamed Shaheem Ali Saeed revealed the government's commitment to providing food assistance to the people of Gaza. This initiative is aligned with the vision of President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, who has directed efforts to assist Palestinian Muslim brothers and sisters.
After distributing Zakat payments to the underprivileged, the government allocates the remaining funds to the Zakat Fund. Managed according to established policies and recommendations from the Zakat Committee, the fund supports various initiatives, including aiding individuals in need of medical treatment and education, as well as contributing to mosque renovations and other public interest projects.
Recent events have seen escalated attacks by the Israeli military in Gaza, prompting a United Nations Security Council resolution calling for an end to the aggression. The casualties resulting from these attacks have continued to rise, with the death toll reaching 32,845 since October 7.