The European Union (EU) is
extending humanitarian assistance to flood victims in Kazakhstan, the press
service of the EU Delegation to Kazakhstan reports. The most affected families
will receive 200,000 euros. The statement highlights ‘The humanitarian aid, to
be provided for the following three months, will directly benefit 5,000
individuals who have been seriously affected by the flooding. Particular focus
will be on assisting female headed households, households with disabled or
elderly family members, and families with more than three children.’ The
funding is aimed at supporting the Kazakhstan Red Crescent Society in providing
much-needed emergency assistance, including household items such as mattresses
and bed linen, as well as hygiene items, and financial donations.