Romania is stepping up efforts to repatriate its citizens from the Middle East as escalating military tensions and widespread air traffic disruptions complicate evacuation plans. Prime minister Ilie Bolojan has convened a government meeting for Tuesday morning, March 2, to address the situation, as authorities coordinate diplomatic and logistical measures to bring nationals home safely.
According to official data, more than 1,060 repatriation requests have been registered so far, excluding Romanian citizens currently in the United Arab Emirates, Digi24 reported. Of these, 624 requests come from Israel alone.
A group of around 360 Romanian pilgrims visiting Israel is currently travelling by land to Cairo airport in Egypt, which remains operational and serves as a departure point for evacuation flights.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has established a crisis cell to coordinate repatriation efforts and monitor security developments in the region.
National carrier Tarom announced that special flights arranged to bring back more than 300 Romanians from the conflict zone have been rescheduled for the evening of March 2. The company cited delays caused by land transport arrangements and extended border formalities for passenger groups heading to Cairo airport.
Romanian authorities said they are continuing diplomatic and logistical efforts to facilitate the safe return of citizens who have requested assistance.
iulian@romania-insider.com
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