NNA – The Ministry of Public Works and Transport on Saturday announced that intensive efforts were underway to facilitate the travel of Lebanese citizens to and from Tehran, as authorities work around the clock to resolve the situation.  

In a statement, the ministry said it was coordinating with relevant authorities to ensure the necessary arrangements for flights, particularly for those seeking to travel to or return from the Iranian capital. “The Lebanese Civil Aviation Authority is currently awaiting clearance from Tehran’s airport authorities to allow Middle East Airlines (MEA) flights to land. The carrier is scheduled to operate three flights to Tehran later today,” the statement read.

The ministry also noted that MEA flights scheduled for yesterday were postponed after failing to secure landing permits at Tehran International Airport.  

Reaffirming its commitment to ensuring the safe and swift return of Lebanese citizens, the ministry stressed that it remained in close coordination with the relevant authorities to expedite the process. 

“All necessary measures are being taken to address the matter with the utmost urgency,” the statement concluded.

=========R.H.