Fabian Schar sustained the ankle injury during a 4-3 victory against Leeds in January. Newcastle manager Eddie Howe clarified in January that Schar's injury would sideline him for three months. Schar had successful surgery for his injury.
He was in the Middle East as part of his rehabilitation programme. On Instagram, Schar stated, "I've just had a few of my most terrifying days having unfortunately witnessed first-hand what's happening in the Middle East. " He added, "But what we experienced there, and what's happening right now, is truly frightening.
I've just had a few of my most terrifying days having unfortunately witnessed first-hand what's happening in the Middle East. I was there as part of my rehabilitation programme and I'm glad I found a way to get home safely.
" The specific events Schar witnessed and his exact location in the Middle East remain unclear. His return coincides with widespread travel disruptions in the region. According to the Daily Express, over 3,400 flights have been cancelled, with Dubai and Doha airports shutting down.
The cause of these cancellations and shutdowns is not specified. The Daily Express also reports that 102,000 Brits out of 300,000 who registered with the UK Foreign Office have been affected by flight cancellations. Many affected Brits have secured flights back to the UK scheduled to depart today, and a number of those left stranded have managed to secure flights back to the UK from Saudi Arabia.
But what we experienced there, and what's happening right now, is truly frightening. I hope that help gets to all of the people who need it in those affected areas.
How many Brits are still stranded and unable to return is unknown. Schar's safe return marks a positive conclusion to his overseas rehabilitation amid challenging circumstances.