On Thursday, Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna reported that several families with children missed the organized flight from Muscat International Airport in Oman meant to repatriate Estonian citizens. The situation arose as the flight was fully booked very quickly, leaving some families stranded without seats.

The Estonian government had initiated this repatriation effort to bring citizens home amidst ongoing circumstances that necessitated the evacuation. However, the rapid booking of the flight highlighted challenges in communication and logistics, particularly for families who might have required additional support for travel arrangements.

The missed flight raises concerns about the effectiveness of the government's response in assisting vulnerable citizens, especially families with children, during crises. It calls for improved coordination in such operations to ensure that those in need can access safe travel opportunities during emergencies.