Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that the country’s embassy in Tehran, Iran, will resume operations on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. The embassy was temporarily closed on June 16, 2025, to ensure the safety of staff during heightened tensions between Iran and Israel.
The decision to reopen follows an improvement in the security situation. The embassy’s closure was part of a broader government effort that saw the emergency evacuation of Ghanaian nationals from Iran.
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, announced the evacuation via social media on Monday, June 16, describing it as a proactive measure to protect Ghanaian lives. The order affected all Ghanaian nationals in Iran, including diplomats, students, professionals, and other residents.
In a press release issued on September 2, 2025, the Ministry affirmed its commitment to continue monitoring the situation to ensure the safety of both embassy staff and the Ghanaian community in Iran. The Ministry added that it will provide periodic updates as necessary.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
