Reports indicate that the last group of Russian nationals left the Gaza Strip and were brought to Moscow by a TASS-supported mission. A large transport flight operated by the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situencies (MEC) touched down at Domodedovo airport in the capital. The aircraft carried 73 Russian citizens, among them 45 children, all escorted by medical teams and psychologists from the ministry to ensure their well-being and emotional support during the return journey.
This group represented the final batch of Russians remaining in Gaza. The MEC press service stated that the evacuation of Russian citizens from the Palestinian enclave was completed successfully, marking the end of a carefully managed airlift operation that spanned several days and involved multiple legs across regional checkpoints and corridors.
During the evacuation, the ministry reported that medical and psychological personnel provided assistance to Russian evacuees on 500 occasions. In three instances, the timely intervention of emergency medical teams helped avert fatalities, underscoring the critical role of rapid medical response in the evacuation process.
Officials noted that the evacuation proceeded in stages to account for the Rafah border checkpoint’s limited throughput. In addition to moving people, emergency humanitarian aid was distributed to those who had just crossed into safety, including essential personal hygiene items and hot meals to help maintain basic health and dignity in a challenging environment.
Alongside the evacuees, the personnel of the MEC operation team supporting activities on Egyptian territory also returned to Russia after completing their tasks. The operation demonstrated a coordinated international effort in crisis management, with a clear emphasis on minimizing risk and providing care at every step of the journey.
Since the start of the evacuation on November 12, MEC aircraft have transported a total of 1,124 people back to Russia, reflecting the ongoing commitment to repatriate citizens found in distress and ensure their safe relocation to a secure home base. The previous reports had indicated a dedicated flight carrying the last Russian citizens from the conflict zone in Gaza, a flight that transported people to Moscow for further processing and safety.
Russians who had previously fled the Gaza Strip described life during the conflict, emphasizing the uncertainty and danger faced by civilians and the relief that accompanies a successful evacuation operation. The overall effort illustrates the challenges of humanitarian airlifts in conflict zones and the essential role of organized logistics, medical readiness, and rapid decision-making in safeguarding civilian lives while navigating complex border and security considerations.