Govt to ensure safety of Pakistani nationals in Iran, Iraq: Dar

Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar says in light of evolving regional situation, the Government is taking necessary measures for safety of Pakistani nationals in Iran and Iraq.

In a social media post on X, he said evacuation of 450 Pakistani Zaireen from Iran has been facilitated as of yesterday and arrangements are being made for the safe evacuation of Pakistani students currently residing in Iran.

The Deputy Prime Minister said Pakistan Embassy in Iraq is in contact with Pakistani zaireen who are stranded due to the closure of airspace.

He said measures are underway to ensure their safe stay in Iraq and possible evacuation.

Ishaq Dar said the Crisis Management Unit at Foreign Office is operational 24/7 and it can be accessed at +92 51-9207887 , Email: cmu1@mofa.gov.pk.

The Deputy Prime Minister further said our embassies in the region are closely coordinating all necessary efforts to support Pakistani nationals and Zaireens.