(Live here) – Approximately 100,000 people are stranded in the country and cannot currently return to Israel.
Message: From the Airports Authority
In coordination with the security system, Israel's airspace is closed. Ben Gurion Airport is still closed to landings and takeoffs. Announcement of its opening will be given with 6 hours' advance notice. This is with an emphasis on the safety of passengers and crew.
In accordance with the directives of the Minister of Transportation and Road Safety, and a systematic plan prepared by the Ministry of Transportation and professional bodies, the Israel Civil Aviation Authority is working together with the Israeli airlines with the aim of returning Israelis to the country. All air crews and aircraft are ready for action as soon as this becomes possible. However, this may take a long time, depending on the security situation. A decision on the return of flights to Israel will only be made when we can know that this will be done safely.
At the same time, the land border crossings to Jordan and Sinai are open for business. Below are the hours of operation:
- Begin's move to Sinai: Open 24/7.
- Rabin's crossing to Jordan: 06:30-20:00. Must arrive at the terminal by 19:30. Those crossing with a vehicle must arrive at the crossing by 19:00.
- Crossing the Jordan River: 08:30-18:00. Must arrive at the terminal by 16:30.
- Allenby Pass, For foreigners and Palestinians only: 08:00-17:00
The Airports Authority is strengthening security forces and will continue to act in coordination with all relevant parties in order to return aviation activity to the country with maximum safety.
A country that attacks thousands of kilometers outside its borders on one side is unable to return citizens to the country by sea. How is it that there is no other option but flights. And they are not prepared for any scenario.
What about a passenger ship from Cyprus? Immigration to Haifa Port, or the Iranians are forbidden to tell and can attack the ship
Needless to say, there are apps that track ship movements, free and legal.