The United States has announced the first in a series of humanitarian shipments to Cuba as part of $3 million in disaster assistance allocated following Hurricane Melissa. The assistance is intended to support recovery efforts as humanitarian needs continue in affected areas.
A U.S.-supported humanitarian flight is scheduled to depart from Florida carrying relief supplies, with a second flight planned for January 16. Additional assistance will be delivered by commercial vessel in the coming weeks. The shipments include food, hygiene kits, and other essential items aimed at supporting individuals and families impacted by the storm.
U.S. officials stated that the assistance is structured to prioritize direct delivery of aid to affected communities. The United States is coordinating with non-governmental partners, including the Catholic Church in Cuba, to support distribution efforts and promote transparency in the delivery of relief supplies.
Additional details on the humanitarian assistance effort are available in an accompanying fact sheet.
