Caitlyn Jenner escapes Isreal through Jordan amid Iran missile attacks
Caitlyn Jenner has fled Israel amid ongoing missile attacks from Iran.
The Olympic gold medalist, 75, had arrived in the country last week as a guest of honour for Tel Aviv’s Pride parade but found herself caught in the security escalation following Israel’s military operations against Iran.
Jenner was originally scheduled to fly back to Los Angeles on Saturday, but her flight was cancelled along with other international departures. Production teams worked on Saturday to find alternative travel arrangements for Jenner, ultimately securing her passage through Jordan, from where she could finally return home to Los Angeles, according to Israel Hayom.
During her brief visit, Jenner experienced air raid sirens and missile attacks over the past two days due to the security situation. This led to strong expressions of support on her social media platforms.
“What an incredible way it has been to celebrate Shabbat. I am here in Israel, in Tel Aviv with you all. I am a friend, advocate, ally, and thank you to the Israeli people for making me family,” she posted Saturday evening on her X account.
“We will prevail and liberate the poor Iranian people held hostage by terrorist thugs!”
The posts came as a group of Americans visiting Israel, including the former Olympian and conservative commentator, were prevented from leaving the country last Friday, as the military strike against Iran and the ensuing retaliatory effort locked down the nation’s airports.
However, on Friday, Iran launched a barrage of ballistic missiles at Israel in revenge for strikes on its nuclear sites, prompting a state of emergency and the forced closure of airports amid the escalation.
