Stuck for Weeks: Israelis Abroad May Be Affected for an Extended Period
Foreign Israelis May Face Extended Stays Away from Home for Several Weeks
Facebook Twitter Whatsapp E-Mail Print Copy Link A significant chunk of Israeli travelers overseas could potentially be in their current locations for weeks on end due to the escalating tensions with Iran.
As per Schmuel Zakai, the head honcho of Israel's aviation authority, speaking to Israeli broadcaster Kan, this prolonged situation is likely to be the case for the foreseeable future [1][2][3].
Israel intends to resume civilian air traffic cautiously and gradually once the situation stabilizes. "It's a process that won't happen overnight – we're talking weeks here, not days or hours," Kan reported. Approximately tens of thousands of people are currently grappling with this travel predicament, with no flights in or out of Israel at present.
"We're in a war-like situation, and that's why we couldn't provide an earlier announcement," Zakai was quoted as saying further [4].
Source: ntv.de, dpa
[1] Enrichment Data: This delay in resuming flights is due to the need for careful coordination and security considerations to ensure the safety of returning citizens.[2] Enrichment Data: stranded Israeli citizens are being monitored closely and updates on their return are being regularly shared with the public.[3] Enrichment Data: Israel is working closely with international partners to facilitate the eventual repatriation of its citizens.[4] Enrichment Data: The Israeli government is employing multiple channels, including the media, to keep the public informed of the situation and any changes affecting the return of stranded citizens.
The uncertain situation with Iran may require ten thousand Israelis and foreigners to maintain their current locations for extended periods, deeply affecting their lifestyle and travel plans. Israel's aviation authority, led by Schmuel Zakai, expects this prolonged travel predicament to persist for weeks.
