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1,009 Mexicans Evacuated from Middle East Conflict Zone, Says President

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced that 1,009 Mexican nationals have been evacuated from the conflict zone in the Middle East. The evacuation, facilitated by Mexican embassies, involved travel by land to countries like Egypt, Jordan, and Turkey for onward flights. The Mexican government is advising against travel to the region while the conflict persists. Sheinbaum reiterated Mexico's foreign policy principles of non-intervention and advocating for peaceful dispute resolution.

Key Points: Mexico Evacuates Over 1,000 Nationals from Middle East

  • 1,009 nationals evacuated
  • Land travel to Egypt, Jordan, Turkey
  • Consular efforts across 7 countries
  • Government advises against travel to region
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Sheinbaum says 1,009 Mexicans have left conflict zone in Middle East

President Claudia Sheinbaum confirms evacuation of Mexican nationals from multiple countries amid regional conflict. Consular efforts facilitate safe departure.

"Mexico will always advocate for world peace, which is very necessary at this time. - Claudia Sheinbaum"

Mexico City, March 11

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said that 1,009 Mexican nationals have left the conflict zone in the Middle East.

At her daily press conference on Tuesday, Sheinbaum said that the Mexican nationals traveled by land and Turkey is one of the countries with flights.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that consular efforts by Mexican embassies in the Middle East have facilitated the evacuation of the Mexican nationals from Israel, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, Iran, Bahrain, Lebanon and Qatar.

Travel to the Middle East is not recommended while the conflict situation persists, the ministry said, adding the Mexican embassies in the region remain attentive to requests for consular assistance and protection, Xinhua news agency reported.

Earlier on March 4, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum had announced that 279 Mexican nationals had been evacuated by land from various Middle Eastern countries amid the ongoing military conflict in the region.

"Most have departed by land to Egypt, Jordan, and Turkey, countries that have open airspace," Sheinbaum had said during her daily press conference at the National Palace.

Earlier on March 1, the Mexican government would always advocate for world peace, the country's President Claudia Sheinbaum had said, referring to the recent military attacks launched by the United States and Israel against Iran.

"Mexico will always advocate for world peace, which is very necessary at this time," Sheinbaum had emphasised at an event in the western state of Baja California Sur.

She pointed out that the country's constitution establishes that Mexico's foreign policy principles should be guided by the self-determination of peoples, non-intervention and the peaceful settlement of disputes.

The United States and Israel began large-scale airstrikes against Iran on February 28, prompting Tehran to retaliate with waves of missile and drone attacks on Israel and US military bases in the Gulf region.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Mexico advocating for world peace is a strong stance. In a world where powerful nations often resort to force, a voice for peaceful resolution is needed. India has also traditionally supported dialogue. Hope the situation de-escalates soon for the sake of innocent civilians caught in the middle.
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Aman W
The coordination required for such an evacuation through multiple countries is immense. Kudos to the Mexican embassies. Makes me think about the thousands of Indian workers in the Gulf region. Our government must always be prepared for such contingencies. Better safe than sorry.
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Sarah B
While the evacuation effort is praiseworthy, the article highlights a cycle of retaliation that solves nothing. Mexico's emphasis on peaceful dispute resolution is a principle all nations, big or small, should reaffirm. The human cost of these conflicts is always the highest.
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Vikram M
Travel advisories are crucial. Many Indians travel to the Middle East for work and tourism. We must always check MEA advisories before planning trips to volatile regions. Family members also need to stay informed. Safety first, always.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, while Mexico's stance on peace is idealistic, in geopolitics, sometimes a strong deterrent is necessary. The article mentions attacks on US bases. India also faces threats and has to balance its peaceful principles with the need for strong defence. It's a complex world.

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