Lebanon: Final repatriation flight brings Brazilians home amid ceasefire
November 29, 2024
Beirut, Lebanon – The last repatriation flight carrying Brazilian migrants and refugees departed from Beirut today, marking the end of a major operation to evacuate thousands of people from the conflict-ridden country.
The flight, operated by the Brazilian Air Force, carried 150 passengers, including women, children, and the elderly. It arrived at Guarulhos International Airport in São Paulo, where the passengers were greeted by family members and government officials.
The repatriation operation was launched in July 2024 following a surge in violence in Lebanon. The conflict has had a devastating impact on the country, causing widespread displacement and leaving many people in need of humanitarian assistance.
Over the past four months, the Brazilian government has operated 10 repatriation flights, evacuating over 1,500 migrants and refugees from Lebanon. The operation was carried out in close coordination with the Lebanese government and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
“We are grateful to the Brazilian government for its commitment to protecting its citizens and to the Lebanese government for its cooperation in facilitating the repatriation process,” said Philippe Lazzarini, UN High Commissioner for Refugees. “This operation has provided a lifeline for thousands of people who were struggling to survive in a conflict zone.”
The repatriation flights were part of a broader Brazilian government effort to provide assistance to Lebanese migrants and refugees. In addition to the flights, the government also provided financial assistance, medical care, and counseling services.
The ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, which went into effect on November 25, has created a window of opportunity for the repatriation of migrants and refugees. However, it remains unclear whether the ceasefire will hold and what the long-term implications of the conflict will be.
The Brazilian government has said that it will continue to monitor the situation in Lebanon and provide assistance as needed. The country has also called on the international community to support Lebanon’s reconstruction efforts and to address the root causes of the conflict.
Lebanon: Final repatriation flight brings Brazilians home amid ceasefire
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