KARACHI: In an arduous evacuation mission, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) successfully brought back 259 stranded Pakistanis from Sudan, which had been in a state of conflict for several months. The PAF C-130 Hercules and Airbus, carrying 110 and 149 Pakistanis, respectively, landed at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi on Thursday.
According to the PAF spokesperson, the transport fleet of the Pakistan Air Force has always been at the forefront in responding to the call of the nation during natural disasters and calamities. In line with the directives of the PAF’s senior leadership, the transport aircraft conducted the evacuation mission to bring back fellow countrymen who were stranded in war-torn Sudan.
The PAF aircraft had earlier flown to Jeddah, from where they airlifted the stranded Pakistanis. The successful completion of the evacuation mission has been lauded by the government and the people of Pakistan.
Sudan conflict causes widespread displacement and humanitarian crisis
The conflict in Sudan has caused widespread displacement and a humanitarian crisis, with many foreign nationals, including Pakistanis, being trapped in the country. The PAF evacuation mission is a significant step towards providing relief to stranded Pakistanis and highlights the government’s commitment to the safety and well-being of its citizens.
The PAF spokesperson expressed satisfaction over the successful completion of the evacuation mission and reiterated the PAF’s commitment to supporting the nation in times of need.
The PAF’s efforts have been widely appreciated on social media, with many Pakistanis thanking the force for bringing their loved ones back home safely.
The successful evacuation mission by the Pakistan Air Force is a testament to the country’s ability to respond to crises and provide aid to its citizens, even in the most challenging circumstances.
