Koreans Flee Middle East Amid Conflict
Mar 10, 2026
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Approximately 6,300 Koreans have returned home from the Middle East amid ongoing conflict. The number of remaining Koreans in the region has decreased significa
Thousands of Koreans Flee Middle East Amid Conflict
Approximately 6,300 Korean nationals have left countries across the Middle East over the past seven days amid the ongoing military conflict in the region.
The number of Koreans remaining in the region decreased from 21,000 to 14,700, reflecting the urgency of many seeking to return home.
The Korean Embassy in Iraq facilitated the departure of 17 individuals, including one foreign national, to Kuwait on Monday.
A special flight carrying 322 Koreans arrived home early Tuesday after departing from Qatar.
The foreign ministry has been actively assisting Koreans to safely leave the region, ensuring their well-being and safe return.
Stay tuned for further updates on the situation.
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