"It was really bad. I was really scared. I just wanted to find any way to leave," one American, Hayman, shared. Her words reflect the widespread fear as Americans in Israel desperately seek safe passage out of the conflict zone.The
evacuation process is slow and challenging. The
US Embassy has indicated land crossings to
Jordan and Egypt as options, but acknowledges inherent risks.
Jordanian airspace has seen sporadic closures, and the US cannot provide emergency services for those traveling through the
Sinai Peninsula to
Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt.
Reports from a hotel indicate that approximately
30 Americans were turned away after waiting for hours, as priority was given to the elderly, sick, and families with children. This highlights the overwhelming demand and limited capacity for processing.
The Mamons believe their son's autism expedited their processing. "The main thing was to bring him back home; he was our priority," Karen Mamon stated, explaining their son's distress from sirens, noises, and crowded shelters.
Despite being processed, Omri Mamon remains cautious. "We're not celebrating yet," he said, reflecting the precarious situation where "anything could happen" before a safe departure is secured.
Many Americans are still trying to leave Israel, facing significant hurdles and anxieties. The unfolding situation underscores the urgent need for efficient and secure evacuation routes for those caught in the escalating conflict.Source: https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.cnn.com/cnn/2025/06/21/middleeast/americans-israel-desperate-get-out-intl-latam