McDonald’s UAE, which is fully owned and operated by Emirates Fast Food Company LLC, has announced a donation of AED1 million to support Gaza relief efforts.
This charitable contribution will be channeled through the Emirates Red Crescent’s “Tarahum for Gaza” campaign. The boycotts originated after McDonald’s Israel revealed plans to provide meals to the Israeli Military and medical personnel.
People in Arab countries have been boycotting McDonald’s and other fast-food chains. Stock market values have dropped, and McDonald’s Israel’s social media accounts on platforms like Instagram have been suspended.
While franchises in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, and Egypt clarified their local ownership, some individuals still believe that the parent company indirectly supports Israel. The controversy arises from McDonald’s decision to provide free meals to Israelis rather than Gazans, leading to widespread disappointment and protests.
