China urges citizens to evacuate from Iran ‘as soon as possible’
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China's foreign ministry told its citizens on Feb 27 to avoid travelling to Iran for the time being “in the light of the current security situation”.
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BEIJING – China warned its citizens on Feb 27 to evacuate from Iran “as soon as possible”, citing a significant rise in external security risks as the country faces threats of US strikes
“Chinese nationals currently in Iran are advised to strengthen safety precautions and evacuate as soon as possible,” the foreign ministry said in a social media statement.
The United States on the same day authorised the departure of non-emergency embassy staff from Israel
This came a day after Oman-mediated talks between Iran and the US – which have been seen as a last-ditch bid to avert war – though initial optimism, was tempered by Tehran warning that Washington must drop “excessive demands”
Beijing’s foreign ministry told its citizens on Feb 27 to avoid travelling to Iran for the time being “in the light of the current security situation”.
The foreign ministry added that its Chinese embassies and consulates in Iran and neighbouring countries will provide “necessary assistance” to Chinese citizens seeking to relocate via commercial flights or overland routes.
China’s embassy in Israel, meanwhile, warned its citizens to remain highly vigilant, strengthen emergency preparedness, and avoid going out unless necessary, state broadcaster CCTV said.
They should “familiarise themselves in advance with nearby bomb shelters and evacuation routes to ensure personal and property safety”, CCTV added. AFP
