Couple's Harrowing Escape from Middle East War


Author: The Daily News Now! March 12, 2026 Duration: 1:35
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Couple's Harrowing Escape from Middle East War

Quebec couple Francis Vézina and Geneviève Beaudoin recount their harrowing journey from Doha, Qatar, to Montreal after war erupted in the Middle East. Faced with canceled flights and no clear guidance from the Canadian government, they hired a driver for a treacherous taxi ride to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, before eventually returning home via Germany and France. Their story is marked by constant fear, frustration, and gratitude for their safe return, as they acknowledge the many stranded families who didnt have the same opportunity.

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