Israelis Rescued by Helicopter From Ethiopia Amid Security Escalation
A group of Israelis stranded in the northern Ethiopian town of Lalibela were evacuated by helicopter on Wednesday, following three days of tension and escalating security concerns in the region. The successful rescue operation was facilitated by intensive efforts from Foreign Minister G Gideon Sa'ar, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Israel's embassy in Addis Ababa, who coordinated closely with relevant Ethiopian authorities.
The helicopters transported the group to a secure area, from which they will continue their journey to the capital, Addis Ababa. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed gratitude to the Ethiopian authorities and all aid personnel for their cooperation in the operation. The ministry added that the embassy would continue to support the evacuees until they reached complete safety.
The situation in Lalibela had become increasingly tense due to security escalations, prompting the urgent need for the evacuation. The Israeli government prioritized the safe return of its citizens, engaging in diplomatic channels to ensure the rescue could take place.
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