Photo: Erez Uzzir, Courtesy of Taglit Taglit evacuated a significant number of participants in Israel to Cyprus by sea in a historic operation.
The participants sailed on the "Crown Iris" cruise ship of Mano Maritime, from which they will continue to fly to their home countries.
The cruise, which lasted about 13 hours, took place with the approval of security forces, and priority was given to Taglit participants who completed the ten-day program.
Watch the "Crown Iris" start its journey (Photo: Erez Uzzir, Courtesy of Taglit)
Upon arrival in Cyprus, all participants will continue on charter flights to their home countries - USA, England, Australia, and other destinations. Taglit covers all costs, by sea and air. The Americans will return on charter flights funded by the state of Florida.
Gidi Mark, CEO of Taglit, led the operation on the ground from Cyprus: "Today we saw the true spirit of Taglit - an international family ensuring the safety of every participant. It was a very complex and emotional operation, and we are proud that we managed to bring the young people safely to Cyprus".
Participants from additional countries will receive separate updates on the upcoming evacuation arrangements - by sea or air.
Photo: Erez Uzzir, Courtesy of Taglit