The Government of Ghana has completed the evacuation of the country’s diplomatic personnel from its embassy in Tehran, Iran, amid rising security concerns linked to the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Israel. Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa confirmed the operation was carried out safely and that all Ghanaian embassy staff are now out of Iran and in good health.
In a statement shared on social media, Mr. Ablakwa said the evacuation was conducted without incident and thanked all partners involved in ensuring the diplomats’ safe departure. He assured Ghanaians that those who served at the embassy are “safe and in high spirits” following their exit from Tehran.
The Minister also revealed that Ghana’s embassy in Tehran has been closed sine die, meaning it will remain shut indefinitely until the government deems it safe to resume operations. He emphasised that the primary concern of the government was the safety and protection of Ghanaian personnel in light of the deteriorating security situation.
The decision to withdraw diplomatic staff follows a sharp escalation in hostilities in the Middle East, marked by reported coordinated military actions by the United States and Israel against targets in Iran. These developments have stirred global concern and prompted other countries to reassess the security of their foreign missions in the region.
The temporary closure of the embassy is expected to disrupt consular services for Ghanaians and others who rely on its functions, at least until the government provides further guidance on the resumption of normal diplomatic activities.
