318 Pakistani citizens stranded in Syria were evacuated on Thursday via a special chartered flight under the directive of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
The evacuation, coordinated through Beirut, followed a series of review meetings led by the prime minister. PM Shehbaz also engaged in discussions with the Lebanese prime minister to ensure the safe return of the citizens. His persistent efforts made the evacuation possible through Beirut.
Pakistan’s ambassador to Lebanon bid farewell to the evacuees at Beirut airport. The chartered flight is expected to arrive at Islamabad International Airport on the night of December 13.
