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🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Seven special flights cost Estonia less than planned

The seven special flights organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs cost Estonia approximately 800,000 euros, which is less than initially planned.

Mar 13 • 16:25 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Seven special flights to the Middle East cost the state 800,000 euros

The Estonian government spent approximately 800,000 euros on seven special flights to repatriate citizens and their family members from the United Arab Emirates.

Mar 13 • 16:18 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

"Dispatcher" Babiš Made His Move. He Influenced President Pavel's Travel Plans, Who Opted for an Alternative

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has taken control over the use of government aircraft for political travel, a move criticized by President Petr Pavel as unnecessary and complicating the situation for constitutional officials.

Mar 12 • 09:53 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Four 'airBaltic' repatriation flights from Dubai will cost the state 402,250 euros

Latvia's national airline, airBaltic, has submitted an invoice to the Foreign Ministry for repatriation flights from Dubai, with the state covering 402,250 euros for four flights.

Mar 11 • 15:02 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Charter flights for Japanese citizens evacuating from the Middle East carry South Koreans as well, signing a memorandum for the protection of both citizens

A charter flight organized by the Japanese government evacuated Japanese citizens from the Middle East, with South Koreans also onboard under a cooperation memorandum for citizen protection.

Mar 11 • 08:15 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Most Estonians trapped in the Middle East have returned home

Over the weekend, special flights brought Estonians trapped in conflict areas of the Middle East back to Tallinn, with no further flights planned.

Mar 9 • 19:29 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Japan's Government Faces Largest Evacuation of Nationals Amid Attacks on Iran, Stranding Travelers

Amid attacks on Iran by the US and Israel, Japan is implementing an unprecedented large-scale evacuation plan for its nationals in the Middle East, while travelers are also being stranded due to canceled flights.

Mar 9 • 11:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Charter flights for Japanese citizens to operate from Riyadh and Dubai - Chief Cabinet Secretary explains

The Japanese government plans to operate charter flights from Riyadh and Dubai to repatriate Japanese citizens stranded in the Gulf region due to U.S. and Israeli military actions against Iran.

Mar 9 • 04:57 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

"AK. Week": Estonians Returning from the Middle East Remember Difficult Journey

Estonians returning from the Middle East shared their challenging experiences as they arrived home on government-organized rescue flights from Oman and the UAE.

Mar 8 • 19:22 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Dubai Swedes may be reimbursed for the Swish trip

Swedish travelers forced to use 'Swish' to pay for flights home from Dubai might be eligible for insurance reimbursement.

Mar 8 • 15:44 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Desperate holidaymakers flee Middle East as conflict escalates

British holidaymakers are evacuating from the Middle East amid escalating conflicts, with the UK government organizing charter flights for their safe return.

Mar 8 • 14:24 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Approximately 1,400 Czechs returned on repatriation flights, said Macinka

Around 1,400 Czechs have returned to their home country via repatriation flights, according to official statements.

Mar 8 • 10:31 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

538 Greek citizens returned from the Middle East – Two repatriation flights

Two repatriation flights last night returned 538 Greek citizens from conflict zones in the Middle East, particularly from Gulf countries.

Mar 8 • 09:18 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO: Tired but happy to be home - repatriation flights from Dubai land in Riga

Latvia's national airline airBaltic has successfully repatriated citizens from Dubai, with the first two flights arriving in Riga amid mixed feelings of joy and exhaustion.

Mar 7 • 18:23 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

News in simple language on March 7

Latvia's government has arranged several flights for citizens returning from Dubai amid ongoing U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran.

Mar 7 • 17:39 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Foreign Ministry Chancellor: No Second Evacuation Flight Planned – Commercial Flights are Available from Other Countries

Lithuania's Foreign Ministry Chancellor stated that no additional government-funded evacuation flights will be taking place as there are commercial flights accessible and ongoing from other countries.

Mar 7 • 09:56 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Photos: The first special flights with Estonian tourists arrived in Tallinn

The first special flights returning Estonian tourists from Oman and Dubai arrived in Tallinn, with more such flights planned in the coming days.

Mar 7 • 04:24 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

They demand the government urgently repatriate Argentines stranded in the Middle East

A group of opposition deputies in Argentina is urging the government to organize evacuation flights for over 600 Argentines stranded in the Middle East due to the escalating conflict in the region.

Mar 6 • 21:46 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ottawa reserves commercial flight seats for Canadians in ‘volatile’ Iran war

The Canadian government has arranged commercial and charter flights for Canadians seeking to leave Iran amidst escalating conflict.

Mar 6 • 15:39 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Ministry Initiates Additional Flights from the Middle East

The Estonian Ministry is set to launch additional flights from the Middle East to aid citizens in returning home, with specific focuses on families and individuals with health concerns.

Mar 6 • 15:05 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Norwegians Plead for Help to Return Home: Støre Still Opts for Scheduled Flights

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre stated that the government will not send flights to the Middle East for evacuation, but will instead opt for existing scheduled flights in the region.

Mar 6 • 13:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Iran war chaos as Brits face race against time for evacuation from Middle East

The UK government has initiated evacuation flights for British nationals trapped in the Middle East due to escalating conflicts, with over 140,000 citizens registered for help.

Mar 6 • 13:08 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Listhaug demands answers from Støre about transporting Norwegians home from the Middle East

Sylvi Listhaug, leader of the Progress Party (FrP), is calling for answers from Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre regarding the government's refusal to utilize available flights to bring Norwegians back from the Middle East.

Mar 6 • 11:35 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Government Repatriation Flights from Oman: Germany is Not a Package Travel Organizer

Germany has organized repatriation flights for its citizens wishing to leave Oman amidst escalating tensions in the region due to Iranian attacks.

Mar 6 • 11:28 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

With the Helicopter to Appointments: Greens Want to Sue for Information on Söder's Flights

The Green Party in Bavaria is suing the state government for detailed information about helicopter flights taken by Prime Minister Markus Söder, citing insufficient responses to their inquiries.

Mar 6 • 08:10 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Federal Politics: Söder criticizes Middle East repatriation flights as insufficient

Bavarian Prime Minister Markus Söder criticizes the German federal government for not adequately facilitating the repatriation of stranded tourists from the Middle East, urging for increased efforts and resources.

Mar 5 • 19:40 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Macinka turned. Government 'rescue' from the war zone will be free for everyone

The Czech government has clarified that repatriation flights from conflict areas will be free for citizens, countering earlier statements about potential charges.

Mar 5 • 17:32 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

American Airlines will resume direct flights from the U.S. to Venezuela for the first time since 2019

American Airlines has received U.S. government approval to resume direct flights to Venezuela, which have been suspended since 2019, marking a significant change in air travel between the two countries.

Mar 5 • 17:27 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

New flights for the repatriation of Greeks from the Middle East

New flights are set to repatriate Greeks from the Middle East, with arrivals scheduled at Athens airport today.

Mar 5 • 15:31 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Interior informs Judge Peinado that Begoña Gómez flew abroad 17 times in the last five years, none with the investigated advisor

The Spanish Interior Ministry reported to Judge Juan Carlos Peinado that Begoña Gómez, the wife of the Prime Minister, made 17 international flights in the past five years, with no flights coinciding with those of the advisor under investigation.

Mar 5 • 15:05 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Estonia organizes flights from war zone - Finland has over 5 times the cost

Estonia is facilitating repatriation flights for its citizens from the Middle East at significantly lower costs compared to Finland's arrangements.

Mar 5 • 13:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Don't Expect a Rescue. Are You Stuck in the World? There Are a Few Alternatives to Get Home

Thousands of Czechs are stranded abroad due to the tense situation in the Middle East, facing difficulties in returning home as the government organizes repatriation flights.

Mar 5 • 12:52 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

A flight to Jordan and Dubai is heading for Czechs, Emirates connection expected

A Czech government-chartered flight has departed for Jordan, with additional routes to Dubai and Oman, as well as an Emirates flight returning to Prague.

Mar 5 • 09:35 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Foreign Minister: 'The conflict has escalated'

Sweden's Foreign Minister, Maria Malmer Stenergard, announced the government is considering charter flights to bring home Swedish citizens stranded in the Gulf region due to escalating conflicts.

Mar 5 • 07:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Concerns Over Cancellations in Flights and Accommodations Amid Escalating Tensions in the Middle East

The South Korean government issued a consumer warning regarding potential disputes over travel cancellations in light of rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly due to recent military actions involving the U.S. and Israel.

Mar 5 • 06:33 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Government to Assist Stranded Nationals in Gulf Countries with Charter Flights

The Japanese government will assist its citizens stranded in Gulf countries due to airport closures by providing charter flights and land transport to alternative airports.

Mar 5 • 06:18 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

'People had panic attacks': First chartered flight for Britons in Middle East fails to take off

The first chartered flight organized by the UK government for Britons in the Middle East was unable to take off due to undisclosed reasons, causing distress among those hoping to escape the escalating conflict in the region.

Mar 5 • 03:48 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Live: Additional three flights scheduled to depart UAE for Australia

The Australian government has scheduled three additional flights to return citizens from the UAE amid ongoing military activity in the Middle East.

Mar 4 • 20:06 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

FlyDubai will arrange charter flights to Vilnius for Lithuanian citizens with tickets from the UAE

FlyDubai has announced plans to operate charter flights from the UAE to Vilnius for Lithuanian citizens who have purchased tickets, while also confirming that the government will continue its evacuation plans for vulnerable groups.

Mar 4 • 18:32 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

News for Lithuanians trapped in Dubai regarding charter flights

Lithuanian diplomats announced details about upcoming charter flights for citizens currently trapped in Dubai, while emphasizing that these flights do not affect the government's plans for organized evacuation flights.

Mar 4 • 18:29 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Pay the costs. The government "rescue" from the war zone is probably free only for some

Czech citizens stranded in the Middle East due to the conflict in Iran are facing unequal charges for government-sponsored repatriation flights.

Mar 4 • 17:45 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
World

Tens of thousands of tourists trapped in the Middle East

Many countries have begun special flights to repatriate their citizens from the Middle East, but tens of thousands of foreign nationals remain stuck in the region.

Mar 4 • 17:00 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Agreement on government-supported flights to the Westman Islands extended

The government has extended its agreement for subsidized flights to the Westman Islands, ensuring continued air service for residents and visitors.

Mar 4 • 16:47 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Canada has ‘limited’ seats for citizens on commercial flights amid Iran war

The Canadian government has arranged a limited number of seats on flights from Lebanon for its citizens and permanent residents as the conflict in Iran escalates.

Mar 4 • 15:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK government set to start flights back from Middle East as cancellations near 10,000

The UK government is set to initiate repatriation flights for British nationals in Oman due to ongoing travel disruptions caused by the conflict in the Middle East, with flights cancellations nearing 10,000.

Mar 4 • 10:02 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Icelanders in the Middle East informed about possible rescue flights

Icelanders residing in the Middle East have been advised regarding potential rescue flights.

Mar 3 • 17:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

UK will charter flights from Oman to evacuate Britons from region amid Iran strikes

The UK government plans to charter flights from Oman to evacuate British nationals due to escalating tensions and strikes from Iran.

Mar 3 • 14:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Stranded Britons in Middle East - what you need to know as charter flights announced

The UK government has announced charter flights to repatriate British nationals stranded in the Middle East amid escalating conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran.

Mar 3 • 09:31 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Italians stuck in the Emirates, five return flights ready. Meloni: 'Maximum commitment'

A group of vulnerable Italians, including students and those with health issues, are set to return home from the UAE as special flights are organized to bring them back amid ongoing travel disruptions.

Mar 3 • 08:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Amapá increases the number of flights on the Belém-Macapá route starting in April

The government of Amapá announced an increase in flights on the Belém-Macapá route to boost tourism and the local economy.

Mar 2 • 20:17 UTC

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