💨 Abstract

Over 140 South Africans were evacuated from Doha, Qatar, amid escalating Middle East tensions. The flight landed in Johannesburg on March 12, 2026. The South African Embassy in Qatar coordinated the operation, thanking local authorities and Qatar Airways for their assistance. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) advised South Africans in the region to consider leaving due to security risks.

Courtesy: Nick Pawson