UPDATE: The first repatriation flight for stranded Hungarian citizens has just taken off for Jordan, with 87 passengers aboard, including 83 Hungarians, two Romanians, one Slovak, and one Colombian citizen. This critical mission was confirmed by Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó in a video posted on Facebook earlier today.
As tensions escalate in the Middle East, many Hungarians are trapped due to an extensive airspace closure in Israel, forcing them to seek land routes for their return. Szijjártó reported that a group of 51 pilgrims was safely escorted from Israel to Jordan via land, and more flights are planned to bring additional citizens home.
WHAT’S NEXT: A second repatriation flight will depart tomorrow from Amman, with plans for further flights to Sharm El-Sheikh on Friday. This operation aims to facilitate the return of those who have crossed into Egypt, as Szijjártó emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, “We can bring them home this week.”
Authorities are in constant communication with counterparts in the United Arab Emirates and Jordan, coordinating efforts to ensure the safety of over 4,000 Hungarians currently stranded in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The foreign minister noted that air travel remains severely restricted due to ongoing military actions in the region, complicating the repatriation process.
“I remain in constant contact with my Arab counterparts,” Szijjártó stated. “As soon as airspace becomes accessible, we will assist everyone in returning home as quickly as possible.”
The situation is evolving rapidly, and officials are working tirelessly to navigate the complexities of repatriating citizens caught in a dangerous geopolitical crisis. With each passing moment, the urgency to assist stranded Hungarians increases.
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