Elham Shaheen returns to Egypt and sends a message to the Iraqi authorities.

Egyptian actress Elham Shaheen and media personality Hala Sarhan have left Iraq after being stranded in Baghdad for several days due to the airspace closure following the military escalation between Iran and Israel. Get the latest celebrity ads directly on the Special app, where we show you everything new from international stars.

Their participation in the International Women in Media Festival

The two stars were among the attendees and participants at the 14th edition of the International Women in Media Festival in the Iraqi capital, where the event featured a number of media and cultural figures from various Arab countries.

The flight suspension prevents their return to Cairo.

After the event, Elham Shaheen and Hala Sarhan faced difficulty returning to Cairo due to the suspension of flights from Baghdad Airport due to regional tensions.

A video from Elham Shaheen reassures her fans.

Elham Shaheen posted a video on her Instagram account announcing that she was on her way to Cairo. She explained that Iraqi authorities had intervened to facilitate their departure after flights were suspended, asserting that "the situation in Iraq is reassuring," despite the ongoing tense military situation.

Special thanks to the Iraqi official authorities

Ilham Shaheen documented the Iraqi authorities' keenness to ensure their safety through photos and video clips, confirming that a high-level delegation from the Prime Minister's Office accompanied them to Basra Airport, underscoring the importance of their safety. She extended special thanks to Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani for this support.

Appreciation and gratitude to the Iraqi people

Shaheen expressed her deep gratitude to the Iraqi people, describing them as "brotherly and respectful," and emphasized that she and Hala Sarhan did not feel like strangers thanks to the generous hospitality and welcome they received from the moment they arrived until their departure.

Praise for the role of the Egyptian ambassador to Iraq

The two stars praised the role played by the Egyptian ambassador in Baghdad, who remained in constant contact with them and followed up on the return arrangements minute by minute, right up until they boarded the plane that took them to Cairo. Enjoy interesting and useful content with an exclusive podcast that provides you with everything you need to know in just a few minutes via the Special app.

Hala Sarhan's statements: "The Iraqi government has not fallen short."

In media statements, Hala Sarhan confirmed that the Iraqi government provided them with full support and safe and comfortable accommodation. She also expressed her deep gratitude to the Egyptian ambassador for his meticulous attention to the smallest details, noting that Egyptian-Iraqi cooperation was clear and evident during this transient crisis.