CLEAN : Cypriots turn to handouts after decades

The Red Cross provides significant aid, distributing around 1600 food packets monthly to both migrants and Cypriots. Since the economic crisis began last Christmas, the demand for assistance has increased, with an equal split between Cypriots and migrants seeking help. Personal stories highlight the struggles faced by individuals due to job scarcity.

What type of assistance does the Red Cross primarily provide?

• Medical aid

• Education

• Food and clothing

• Shelter

Approximately how many food packets does the Red Cross distribute each month?

• 2000

• 500

• 1000

• 1600

Who are the primary recipients of the Red Cross's food packets?

• Only Cypriots

• Only migrants

• Both migrants and Cypriots

• Tourists

What significant change occurred since last Christmas regarding the Red Cross's assistance?

• More tourists seeking help

• Increase in the number of Cypriots seeking help

• Decrease in assistance requests

• No change in assistance requests

What is the current ratio of Cypriots to migrants receiving help from the Red Cross?

• 40% Cypriots, 60% migrants

• 70% Cypriots, 30% migrants

• 60% Cypriots, 40% migrants

• 50% Cypriots, 50% migrants