Grief and Condolences as Flight Attendant Azza Ramzy's Body Returns to Alexandria After Riyadh Attack

Egyptian Minister of Civil Aviation Sameh al-Hefny on Monday oversaw the arrival of the body of flight attendant Azza Ramzy at Alexandria International Airport. Ramzy, 28, who worked for the Saudi airline “Flynas”, tragically passed away due to injuries sustained during an attack at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. Her body was transported from al-Qassim Airport in Saudi Arabia, following her death in the incident that targeted the airport. Her grieving family was present to receive the remains. Minister Hefny expressed his profound sorrow over the tragedy, extending his sincere condolences and sympathy to Ramzy’s family. He directed that all necessary measures be taken to facilitate the reception of the body and expedite arrival procedures, ensuring the family receives full care and support during this difficult period. The flight attendant’s body arrived aboard a private “Flynas” aircraft at approximately 11:30 PM on Monday. Subsequently, the family transported the body to the al-Atf area in the city of al-Mahmoudiya, Beheira Governorate, for the funeral procession.

The Governor of Beheira, Jacqueline Azer, also expressed her deepest sorrow and grief over the death of the flight attendant, a native of Atf village in the Mahmoudiya district. Azer extended her sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the deceased’s family, relatives, and the community of al-Atf, praying for mercy for Ramzy. Grief has enveloped the city of Mahmoudiya in Beheira Governorate following the announcement of Ramzy’s death. Neighbors gathered outside the deceased’s home on Sunday and Monday to offer their condolences to the mourning family, who are gripped by shock. Social media posts have featured moving tributes to the late flight attendant, with many offering prayers for mercy and forgiveness for her, and for patience and solace for her family.

AlQahera News reported that the Egyptian diplomatic mission is monitoring the health status of Egyptians injured in the attack and simultaneously finalizing procedures to repatriate the flight attendant’s body. The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation had previously announced that a Houthi attack on Saturday targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh resulted in 12 deaths and 309 injuries, involving citizens and residents of various nationalities.