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Israel Resumes Repatriation Flights Amid Ongoing War

3/6/2026

Summary

Story summary

Israel began repatriation flights for citizens stranded abroad amid the war with Iran and flights landed March 5 carrying approximately 3,500 Israelis.
The airspace, closed since March 4, is reopening to inbound flights.
Outbound flights resume March 7, initially limited to 50 passengers per flight.
Transportation Minister Miri Regev said repatriations could take seven to ten days, with about 120,000 Israelis abroad.
Security measures remain amid missile threats from Iran.

History

Historical Context

During the Gulf War in 1991, Iraq launched 42 Scud missiles at Israel, aiming to provoke a military response that could fracture the US-led coalition against Iraq. Despite extensive damage and civilian casualties, Israel refrained from retaliating due to US pressure. Today, Israel's repatriation of 3,500 citizens amid threats from Iran reflects ongoing regional security concerns and the need for effective emergency protocols.

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Story summary

Israel began repatriation flights for citizens stranded abroad amid the war with Iran and flights landed March 5 carrying approximately 3,500 Israelis.
The airspace, closed since March 4, is reopening to inbound flights.
Outbound flights resume March 7, initially limited to 50 passengers per flight.
Transportation Minister Miri Regev said repatriations could take seven to ten days, with about 120,000 Israelis abroad.
Security measures remain amid missile threats from Iran.

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