Ireland's Rescue Flight Lands, UK Plans Own

0:00Global story is making news on March 8th. Ireland's first government charter flight to rescue stranded citizens from the Middle East has safely landed at Dublin Airport. The plane left Muscat and Oman, stopped in Cairo, Egypt, and brought home Irish nationals caught in the regional tensions. Thousands of people from Ireland and the UK have been stuck after US and Israeli strikes on Iran's sparked retaliation from Tehran, shutting down most. Airspace across the area. Irish officials prioritized elderly passengers, those with medical needs, and let kids under 16 fly for free. Adults paid 800 euros for a seat, which drew some backlash over the cost. Foreign affairs minister Helen McIntee pushed back, noting the government slashed the price well below the full charter expense. The flight was delayed a day from Friday amid tough conditions on the ground. Earlier this week, a commercial Emirates flight from Dubai also touched down in Dublin Wednesday night, carrying nearly 400 passengers. The first in days.

1:01Meanwhile, the UK plans its own charter flight from Dubai, early next week for British nationals and their families, also for a fee, depending on the security situation. The daily news now is powered by our sponsor, Link in the description. You know what is better than earbuds in bed? No earbuds at all. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com