Glykeria remains trapped in Israel following a scheduled performance in the country and is now taking part in the repatriation effort for Greek citizens. On Tuesday, June 17, the singer was seen among the Greek delegation that departed by road from Tel Aviv toward the Egyptian border, in an effort to return to Greece through a third country.

In a video aired on the TV show To Proino, Glykeria is seen sitting in the front seat of a bus, clearly visibly distressed. According to the report, about 200 kilometers before reaching the group’s destination, the wider area was struck by an attack, causing panic among the passengers. The singer and the others immediately got off the bus, following safety protocols, and reboarded a few minutes later to continue their journey.

The video also included statements from singer Alekos Zazopoulos, who said that about 45 Greeks were on the bus, including singers, musicians, and businesspeople.

The repatriation operation is being coordinated by Greek authorities, aiming for the safe evacuation of citizens from the war zone. Although it’s still unclear exactly when Glykeria will arrive back in Greece, she remains in constant contact with her family and team.

Trapped in Israel Since Last Friday

Glykeria has been stuck in Israel since last Friday, when military conflict with Iran began. The acclaimed singer had traveled to Israel for a scheduled concert on June 17, as part of the large, multi-day Meridiano Festival held in Ashdod — an appearance that had already sparked controversy in Greece.

According to protothema.gr, Glykeria and her team are in good health and safe, although they’ve experienced firsthand the anxiety and insecurity that come with being in a war zone. They remained confined to their hotel for days, rushing to designated shelters every time the air-raid sirens went off.

With Israeli airspace closed for safety reasons in recent days, the Greek singer had no means of leaving and was forced to stay along with thousands of Israelis and foreign visitors who also wish to evacuate.

Her ordeal is expected to end today, as she is scheduled to travel by land to the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt, from where she will board a flight to Greece.

It’s worth noting that many other artists from around the world who were in Israel for planned events are facing similar challenges, having become witnesses to the intense military conflict currently unfolding in the Middle East.