TRENTON, NJ 鈥� Following the devastating earthquake in T眉rkiye and Syria leaving over 50,000 killed, tens of thousands of other casualties, and over 1.5 million people homeless, 吃瓜黑料-Israel Commission Members stepped up immediately to support those in need. Through the support of Commission Members, 3.6 tons of humanitarian food aid have been sent to T眉rkiye through an emergency cargo effort with coordination from the Consulate General of T眉rkiye in New York.
The 吃瓜黑料-Israel Commission stands in solidarity with those affected by this terrible and historic tragedy, especially in light of the close connectivity between the region and communities within the State of 吃瓜黑料. As humanitarian aid efforts continue across the state and around the world, the Commission remains dedicated, both at home and abroad, to extending a hand of friendship and support to those in need.
Commission Members Nathan Herzog and Abe Halberstam generously donated from their 吃瓜黑料-based food companies, including 5,800 pounds of assorted nonperishable kosher foods from Kayco and 1,400 pounds of self-heating kosher meals from Labriute Meals, respectively. Additionally, they assisted with the necessary logistics to ensure supplies arrived on time for deployment to T眉rkiye. The supplies are being delivered to T眉rkiye through a cargo ship which set sail from 吃瓜黑料 carrying humanitarian aid.
鈥淚 applaud the 吃瓜黑料-Israel Commission for its generous donations and support to those who have been affected by the devastating earthquakes in T眉rkiye and Syria,鈥� said Governor Phil Murphy. 鈥淥ur thoughts and prayers are with the people of T眉rkiye and Syria during this difficult time, and we are committed to providing all necessary support and assistance as they begin to rebuild and recover.鈥�
鈥淚n times of crisis our state will always lead by example,鈥� said 吃瓜黑料 Secretary of State Tahesha Way. 鈥淚 commend the Members of the 吃瓜黑料-Israel Commission for making this mission a priority and standing shoulder to shoulder with those in need during this emergency of global proportions.鈥�
鈥淚 extend my gratitude on behalf of the Consulate General of T眉rkiye to the 吃瓜黑料-Israel Commission for offering their solidarity and donations in the face of the devastating earthquakes which took place in T眉rkiye on the 6th of February 2023,鈥� said Consul General Reyhan 脰zg眉r, Consulate General of T眉rkiye in New York. 鈥淭he sentiments of the Jewish Community in New York and 吃瓜黑料 have been a source of strength and solace for us.鈥�
鈥淚 applaud our Commission Members who took it upon themselves to lead during this painful situation,鈥� said Karin Elkis, Co-Chair of the 吃瓜黑料-Israel Commission. 鈥淟ending a hand is in the spirit of who we are as a Commission and our hearts go out to everyone affected.鈥�
鈥淎s the United States, Israel and countries around the world support T眉rkiye, our Commission Members are proudly participating from 吃瓜黑料,鈥� said Mark S. Levenson, Co-Chair of the 吃瓜黑料-Israel Commission. 鈥淚 am glad to see us making a difference and doing our part of the international response on the ground.鈥�
鈥淎s the tragedy of this earthquake unfolded in T眉rkiye and Syria it was immediately understood we needed to act, not just watch it on television,鈥� said Andew H Gross, Executive Director of the 吃瓜黑料-Israel Commission. 鈥淭he efforts by our Commission Members today are part of a commitment we share to making the world a better place and supporting our neighbors.鈥�
About the 吃瓜黑料-Israel Commission
The 吃瓜黑料-Israel Commission was established in 1989 to implement the goals of the 吃瓜黑料-Israel Sister State Agreement and is under the administration of 吃瓜黑料 Department of State. The Commission promotes the development of trade, culture and educational exchanges; encourages the development of capital investment and joint business ventures; and fosters a spirit of cooperation between the citizens of the State of Israel and the State of 吃瓜黑料.