Caritas Jerusalem delivers 10,000 cans of infant formula to Gaza’s vulnerable babies post-ceasefire, offering hope and nutrition amid war’s devastation.
Newsroom (15/10/2025, Gaudium Press ) In a swift humanitarian response following the recent ceasefire in Gaza, Caritas Jerusalem has delivered 10,000 cans of infant formula, providing critical nutrition to vulnerable babies and mothers ravaged by prolonged conflict. This marks one of the initial large-scale aid efforts since the truce was signed and humanitarian corridors reopened, underscoring the Caritas network’s rapid mobilization to address acute needs on the ground.
The delivery, executed through Caritas’ established medical points spanning the Gaza Strip, targeted infants and young children whose access to essential nutrition was severed during the two-year war. Medical teams from the organization distributed the supplies across various regions, focusing on malnourished children and mothers facing severe challenges in feeding their families amid widespread shortages of clean water, medical care, and basic sustenance.
“This initiative is about more than just providing food—it’s about restoring life and hope to those who have endured unimaginable hardship,” said Anton Asfar, Secretary General of Caritas Jerusalem. “From the very first day after the war, our teams have been working tirelessly to support the people of Gaza, especially the most fragile: children, mothers, and the elderly. We are committed to upholding human dignity and protecting the vulnerable in line with our core mission.”
The aid arrives at a pivotal moment, as families across Gaza grapple with the aftermath of devastation that left countless households without fundamental resources for months. In southern Gaza, Caritas Jerusalem continues to provide primary health care, psychosocial support, and emergency relief to displaced and affected populations. Operating in close coordination with local health authorities and Church partners, the organization ensures secure and efficient delivery through newly accessible corridors.
This effort highlights Caritas Jerusalem’s role as a beacon of hope in crisis zones, bridging immediate relief with long-term recovery for communities embarking on the arduous path to rebuilding. As humanitarian access improves, such actions signal a broader push to alleviate suffering and foster resilience in one of the world’s most besieged regions.
- Raju Hasmukh with files from Vatican News
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