Endowments authority distributes cash aid to wounded war veterans

Sana'a - Saba:
The General Authority for Endowments has launched the fifth phase of its cash transfer project, providing financial assistance to individuals wounded and disabled during the conflict.
The project, implemented in collaboration with the Yemen Future Association and the Wounded Foundation, aims to support those who have suffered injuries due to the "aggression."
Dr. Abdullah al-Qudami, the Authority's Undersecretary for the Mosques and Endowments Sector, informed Saba News Agency that the fifth phase of the project distributed 115 million Yemeni Y.R to 6,000 wounded and disabled veterans across the capital and other provinces. This brings the total disbursement across all five phases of the project to approximately 615 million Y.R.
Dr. al-Qudami emphasized that the project is a gesture of appreciation for the sacrifices made by these individuals in defense of the nation against the "US-Saudi aggression."
He stated that they are deemed worthy of support from endowment funds, and that this represents a minimal offering.
Al-Qudami also expressed regret for the cancellation of accompanying hospitality events, which were traditionally held during Ramadan, citing national security concerns related to the ongoing aggression on the country.
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