World News
First Batch of stranded Israelis return home amid ongoing Iran-Israel conflict
The Israeli military has confirmed the safe arrival of the first passenger ship transporting stranded Israeli citizens back to the country following the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel.
The vessel, which carried over 1,500 nationals, docked at the Ashdod Port on Friday after departing from the Port of Limassol in Cyprus.
According to a statement from the Israeli military, the boat’s journey was secured by an Israeli Navy missile boat to ensure the safety of passengers amid heightened tensions in the region. This operation, tagged ‘Safe Return’, is part of the Israeli Ministry of Transportation’s emergency plan to evacuate citizens trapped abroad due to war-related airspace closures.
Following Israel’s initial airstrikes on Iran last Friday, airports in Israel were shut, leading to the cancellation of outbound flights and leaving an estimated 100,000 to 150,000 Israelis stranded overseas, according to figures from the transport ministry.
Israeli Transport Minister Miri Regev disclosed that approximately 5,000 citizens had returned by air on Wednesday and Thursday. She added that efforts would be doubled on Friday to facilitate the safe return of more nationals.
National carrier El Al also confirmed it had begun operating special “recovery flights” from Europe, the United States, and Thailand to assist with the evacuation effort.
SUBSCRIBE
Facebook: NUJ FCT Online
WhatsApp: NUJ FCT Dailies
YouTube: NUJ FCT TV
X (Formerly Twitter): @FCT_NUJ
Email: [email protected]
Website: NUJFCT.NG
Presidency debunks rumours of SGF Akume’s removal
Education: Zaria Teachers honour President Tinubu, Speaker Abbas
FRSC emerges Permanent Secretariat for Africa’s road safety lead agencies
NUJ FCT, Nizamiye Hospital provide free medical check up to over 300 journalists in Abuja
Four killed, 21 injured as suspected IED hits passenger vehicle in Yobe
Police to prosecute Three Ghanaians, Nigerian over alleged corporate fraud, impersonation
JUST-IN: Business Icon Aminu Dantata dies at 94
Tinubu departs Abuja for visit to Saint Lucia, Brazil for diplomatic engagements
Tinubu receives Gabon’s President Nguema at State House
Tinubu names ex-Presidential aide Ismael Ahmed as Head of CNG Initiative
Hon Obika hails NUJ FCT Council over impact on balanced reportage
BREAKING: Ganduje resigns as APC National Chairman
Tinubu brokers peace as Fubara, Wike, Lawmakers meet at Aso Rock (Photos)
Tinubu names ex-Presidential aide Ismael Ahmed as Head of CNG Initiative
WTO Boss hails NCS Comptroller-General Adeniyi for trade reform achievements
Six feared dead as explosion rocks Imo Market
Tinubu receives Gabon’s President Nguema at State House
JUST-IN: Business Icon Aminu Dantata dies at 94
NJC compulsorily retires 10 Judges, bars another over misconduct
NAHCON adjusts return Airlift schedule as Hajj operations face delays
-
News2 days agoHon Obika hails NUJ FCT Council over impact on balanced reportage
-
News1 day agoBREAKING: Ganduje resigns as APC National Chairman
-
News2 days agoTinubu brokers peace as Fubara, Wike, Lawmakers meet at Aso Rock (Photos)
-
National News1 day agoTinubu names ex-Presidential aide Ismael Ahmed as Head of CNG Initiative
-
Business2 days agoWTO Boss hails NCS Comptroller-General Adeniyi for trade reform achievements
-
News2 days agoSix feared dead as explosion rocks Imo Market
-
National News1 day agoTinubu receives Gabon’s President Nguema at State House
-
News18 hours agoJUST-IN: Business Icon Aminu Dantata dies at 94