JEDDAH - The Indonesian Consulate General in Jeddah stated that the situation in his working area, including the Makkah, Ashir, Tabuk provinces, as well as the Holy Cities of Makkah and Madinah, was still relatively safe amid increasing regional tensions. However, the KJRI reminded that potential flight disruptions had occurred and could have a direct impact on Indonesian citizens, especially umrah pilgrims.
"The situation ... is still monitored relatively safely," said the Indonesian Consul General in Jeddah, Yusron B. Ambary, Sunday, March 1, in a statement delivered following the development of the regional security situation. Yusron added that until now there has been no official statement from the Saudi Arabian Government regarding the increase in the status of internal security. General activities are normal with increased vigilance according to security standards.
On the other hand, Yusron said that Jeddah International Airport is still operating and direct flights to Indonesia are still running. However, a number of destination or transit routes to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, and Manama were reported to have been canceled. The Indonesian Consulate General in Jeddah recorded 10 Indonesian passengers of Emirates who failed to depart to Indonesia and have been handled.
The KJRI Jeddah stated that it had issued two warnings of vigilance, monitored flight developments, activated monitoring in pockets of Indonesian citizens, and prepared contingency and evacuation measures if necessary.
To anticipate umrah pilgrims being stranded due to flight delays or cancellations, the Indonesian Consulate General formed three teams in three shifts who were on duty and helped pilgrims at Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal Haji Jeddah Airport. "Starting today we will also activate a monitoring team at the Madinah airport," said Yusron.
Considering the risks, the Indonesian Consulate General assessed that if necessary, prospective umrah pilgrims who have not departed should postpone their trip until conditions improve. The Indonesian Consulate General emphasized that it would continue to monitor the situation and coordinate with the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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