Jakarta, Indonesia Sentinel – – The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has successfully evacuated 91 Indonesian citizens (WNI) from Syria, spread across three flights. The evacuees were first transported by land from Damascus to Beirut under the escort of Indonesian Embassy diplomats.
According to the ministry’s official statement, the evacuations occurred on December 20 and 21, 2024. The majority of evacuees include migrant workers and students from regions such as Aceh, North Sumatra, Riau, Jambi, Lampung, Jakarta, Banten, West Java, Central Java, East Java, Bali, and West Nusa Tenggara.
“With the completion of this final evacuation wave, a total of 156 Indonesian nationals have been safely evacuated from Syria since the political transition began. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Indonesian Embassy in Damascus continue to track and document Indonesians who may still be in Syria but have not yet registered,” the statement read on Sunday, December 22, 2024.
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises all Indonesian nationals remaining in Syria to stay informed about local security developments, avoid unnecessary involvement in political activities, and maintain communication with the Indonesian Embassy in Damascus.
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Families of Indonesians still in Syria are encouraged to contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Protection Directorate Hotline at +6281-290-070-027 or the Indonesian Embassy in Damascus at +963 954 444 810 for assistance and updates.
This marks a significant step in ensuring the safety of Indonesians amidst ongoing uncertainties in Syria following the recent governmental transition. The ministry remains committed to safeguarding its citizens abroad and continues to monitor the evolving situation closely.
(Becky)
