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The 22 Greeks repatriated from Lebanon – See video and photos

The operation was successful and led to the rescue of 22 Greeks and 38 Cypriots from Beirut

Newsroom October 3 05:25

The Air Force C-130 that traveled to Lebanon to rescue Greek and Cypriot civilians has landed at the Elefsina airport.

As noted earlier by National Defense Minister Nikos Dendias, the operation was successful and led to the rescue of 22 Greeks and 38 Cypriots from Beirut.

Dendias congratulated those who contributed to the operation.

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