At 3 in the morning on Thursday, October 24, the second humanitarian flight with Colombians from Lebanon arrived at the Catam military airport in the Colombian capital, where the State of Israel is carrying out a military operation.
News Colombia.
After four days of international travel, at dawn this Thursday the second humanitarian flight from Lebanon arrived in Colombia, with 105 Colombians who left that war zone.
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The second humanitarian flight that repatriated Colombians from Beirut has arrived in national territory, increasing the total number of people brought to 222. The aircraft, a Boeing 737-700, landed at the Catam military airport around 3:15 am, transporting to 105 nationals, of which 35 are minors, along with three pets.
The flight took off on Monday from the Military Transport Air Command, making stops in the Dominican Republic, Portugal and Cyprus before arriving at Rafic Hariri International Airport in Beirut.
«This mission was more complex»
According to Colombian Air Force Colonel Erick Fernando Torres, this mission was more complex due to the recent bombings in the vicinity of the airport, which forced the pilots to maneuver with caution.
Torres explained that the situation in Lebanon is uncertain, noting that a building was destroyed the night before the flight. Despite the risks, it was possible to coordinate with personnel in the country to guarantee a safe space for evacuation.
Foreign Minister Luis Gilberto Murillo indicated that, despite some discomfort experienced by the passengers, the operation passed without major incidents, thanks to the medical care provided during the journey.
This flight represents a joint effort between the Colombian Air Force and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, underscoring the government’s commitment to supporting its citizens in difficult circumstances.
The first humanitarian flight, carried out on October 3, had repatriated 117 Colombians, making this operation a significant milestone in the country’s humanitarian assistance.
Prior to the arrival of the second humanitarian flight from Beirut, the Foreign Minister @LuisGMurillo He emphasized the commitment of the National Government to the protection of our fellow citizens. He highlighted that this initiative is an example of diplomacy for life, focused on well-being… pic.twitter.com/QSQgzLLBMV
— Colombian Foreign Ministry (@CancilleriaCol) October 24, 2024
