Foreign Ministry: Several Moldovan citizens are considering leaving Israel
Radio Moldova,
16 June 2025 18:30
An increasing number of Moldovans in Israel are seeking assistance to leave the conflict zone. Recently, the Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in Tel Aviv received 26 inquiries from citizens wanting to know about evacuation options and whether a special flight is being arranged. Authorities in Chisinau continue to advise citizens who do not have essential reasons to stay in Israel to leave the country as soon as possible, utilizing the open and safe roads and border crossings.
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