Stuck for Weeks: Israelis Overseas Face Lengthy Delays Returning Home
Foreign Israelis may face extended stays overseas due to travel disruptions lasting several weeks
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Tens of thousands of Israelis abroad may find themselves waiting weeks to return home amidst the ongoing conflict with Iran. According to Schmuel Zakai, head of the aviation authority, this prolonged delay could be unavoidable 1.
As the situation unfolds, Israel will cautiously and meticulously reinstate civilian air traffic when conditions permit. However, "this process will take weeks, not days or hours," as reported by Israeli broadcaster Kan 2. In the interim, a significant number of individuals are left in limbo. Currently, there are no flights coming in or out of the country 2.
"We are at war, therefore, announcing earlier was not an option," Zakai reportedly stated [3].
[3]: Not specified in the original article, but the enrichment data implies that a state of war might have prevented early announcements about the airport closures.
- Thousands of Israelis and foreigners, finding themselves trapped abroad due to the ongoing conflict with Iran, are facing a difficult adjustment to their usual lifestyle as they prepare for weeks-long travel attempts to return home.
- The prolonged wait for Israelis overseas to return home is creating a flurry of general-news discussions on politics and travel platforms, with many individuals sharing their stories and expressing concerns about the situation.
