This operation followed months of careful planning and close coordination among Albanian state institutions, diplomatic missions and foreign authorities.

The Ministry said that bringing these citizens home reflects the state’s duty to protect its people, even in dangerous zones. While this return marks a major milestone, the government’s institutional duty of care continues.

“Upon arrival in Albania, the returned citizens will receive proper support, along with health and mental health checks. The relevant institutions will continue to work in a coordinated manner for their accommodation, rehabilitation and reintegration into society,” the ministry said.

The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs expressed grateful thanks to the foreign authorities, especially the Syrian ones, who enabled the completion of the procedures and the safe transit of the citizens.

“The Task Force will continue overseeing rehabilitation and reintegration efforts while working to safely repatriate other Albanian citizens as conditions permit,” the Foreign Ministry said. /p.s./