Raed Arafat commented on the escort of President Nicușor Dan's aircraft in Switzerland, emphasizing that it is a gesture of gratitude for Romania's help after the tragedy in Crans-Montana.

The head of the Department for Emergency Situations, Raed Arafat, reacted to the escort of President Nicușor Dan's aircraft in Switzerland, considering it a gesture of gratitude for Romania's support following the tragedy in Crans-Montana.

Arafat emphasized on Facebook that Romania offers help without expecting gratitude, and the gesture from Switzerland is significant and reflects appreciation for the efforts made. The recording of the conversation between the Romanian pilot and the traffic controller in Zurich confirms that the escort was a recognition of Romania's contribution. Arafat also mentioned that Romania intervened in the case of the fire in Crans-Montana by activating the European Civil Protection Mechanism. The controversy arose after a spokesperson for the Swiss army stated that the escort was a routine mission, not a gesture of gratitude.