Multiple Countries Close or Relocate Embassies From Iran Amid Security Concerns

Amid escalating tensions and the Israel-Iran conflict, several countries have closed or relocated their embassies in Tehran to ensure the safety of their diplomatic staff and citizens. Australia has shut down its embassy in Tehran and urged Australians in Iran to leave if it is safe, warning that consular assistance will be extremely limited. Bulgaria initially relocated its embassy operations to Azerbaijan for safety reasons, later closing the Tehran embassy entirely and evacuating staff and their families due to nearby security threats. Ghana became the first African nation to close its embassy in Tehran, evacuating its nationals through land borders and scaling down operations in Tel Aviv. These moves highlight the growing international concern over the unpredictable security situation in Iran and the broader regional instability caused by the conflict. Governments continue to advise vigilance and caution for their citizens remaining in or traveling to Iran.