Approximately 6,000 UAE citizens and their companions safely returned to the UAE through various land and air entry points, local authorities announced.
The operations were carried out by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) and the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) in coordination with the relevant entities.
Some flights also included residents stranded abroad who were unable to return to the UAE due to airspace closure, reflecting the UAE’s humanitarian approach in supporting and caring for all who live in the country as part of its social fabric.
This was achieved through the country's rapid response, continuous monitoring, and close coordination with relevant authorities across the country. In addition, cooperation with the UAE’s diplomatic missions abroad also played a key role in coordinating the evacuation operations.
The ministry urged UAE nationals abroad to register in the 'Twajudi' service and to contact the dedicated emergency number (+971 80024) in cases of emergency or crisis.