The Russian government has dispatched a shipment of 29 tons of humanitarian aid to Mozambique, as reported by the Russian Foreign Ministry. The aid, ordered by President Vladimir Putin and executed by the country's Emergencies Ministry, was transported using an Il-76 aircraft. The supplies included essential food items, tents, and blankets for those affected by the recent floods that have devastated parts of Mozambique.

The aid delivery responds to a deteriorating humanitarian situation following significant rainfall and flooding in Mozambique, which experienced weeks of intense weather that resulted in a national emergency. The Mozambican government has declared a Red Alert, indicating urgent humanitarian needs arising from overflowing rivers and flooding, impacting thousands of residents.

As part of the continued support, Russian rescuers have been deployed to assist local efforts in Mozambique. This humanitarian gesture highlights Russia's role in international disaster response and its commitment to aiding nations facing natural disasters. It underscores the importance of international cooperation in the face of such humanitarian challenges, particularly in vulnerable regions like Mozambique, which are frequently impacted by climate-induced disasters.