repatriation flight — The ongoing repatriation efforts aim to bring Cypriots and residents back to the island, with a flight carrying 170 passengers set to arrive in Larnaca this evening.
Details of the Repatriation Flight
The Cyprus Airways flight, originally scheduled to depart from Dubai at 3pm, experienced a two-hour delay before taking off. It is now en route to Larnaca, expected to touch down at approximately 8pm on Saturday evening. Among the passengers are two infants, highlighting the range of individuals affected by the current situation in the region.
Total Repatriations to Date
As of Saturday, the government has successfully repatriated a total of 805 Cypriots, with the majority, 781, returning from the United Arab Emirates. This latest flight represents the fourth such operation in recent days, following the arrival of two flights on Friday that brought back 293 Cypriots to the island.
Commitment to Ongoing Efforts
The Cypriot government has reaffirmed its commitment to continue facilitating the safe return of citizens currently stranded in various parts of the Middle East. Officials have stated that they will persist in these efforts until all individuals wishing to return have safely made it back to Cyprus.
Advisories for Cypriots in the Middle East
Cypriots and residents still in the Middle East are being urged to stay informed about the evolving situation. They are advised to follow local authorities’ directives and to register on the Connect2CY online platform, designed to assist in the repatriation process.
Support from Cypriot Embassies
For those in need of additional help, the government encourages citizens to reach out to Cypriot embassies located throughout the Middle East. Below are the contact details for the relevant embassies:
- Cypriot Embassy in Bahrain: Manama United Tower, 26th floor, Building 316, Road 4609, Block 346, Bahrain Bay, Manama. Phone: 00 973 39133662, E-mail: [email protected]
- Cypriot Embassy in Iran: No. 9, Mahmoud Razi St., Reza Ali Hosseini St., Zaferanieh, 1988934611 – Tehran. Phone: 00 98 912 340 9037, E-Mail: [email protected]
- Cypriot Embassy in Israel: 61 Dizengoff Street, Top Tower, 14th floor, Tel Aviv. Phone: 00 972 3 927 3000 / 00 972 54 887 4433 / 00 972 3 927 3007, E-mail: [email protected]
- Cypriot Embassy in Lebanon: Yarzeh Pine Building No. 6, Street 15, Baabda. Phone: 00 961 5 929006, E-Mail: [email protected]
- Cypriot Embassy in Oman: Muscat Way: 3021, Bld: 1798, Shatti Al Qurum, Muscat. Phone: 00 968 24 69 98 15, E-mail: [email protected]
- Cypriot Embassy in the UAE: Nashash Str., Villa 32, Al Nahyan Camp, P.O. Box 63013, Abu Dhabi. Phone: 00 971 2 665 44 80 / +971 50 131 1035, E-mail: [email protected]
Looking Ahead
The Cypriot government has made it clear that the safety and well-being of its citizens remain a top priority. As the situation continues to develop, officials will provide updates and support to those in need of assistance. The ongoing flights reflect a determined effort to ensure that all Cypriots wishing to return home can do so safely and efficiently.
