In a decisive and compassionate response to mounting regional volatility, Ghana’s Foreign Minister, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, announced a sweeping evacuation of all Ghanaian nationals from Iran, following a sharp escalation in the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict.
With the safety of citizens as the administration’s top priority, the Mahama government has ordered the immediate closure of Ghana’s embassy in Tehran. The evacuation operation—already underway—encompasses Ghanaian diplomats, students, professionals, and other nationals, utilizing neighboring land borders to ensure swift and secure passage out of the conflict zone.
“This is about protecting Ghanaian lives first and foremost,” Minister Ablakwa emphasized in a statement delivered early this morning. “Every measure is being taken to shield our people from harm.”
While eyes remain trained on the intensifying crisis, the government is also closely monitoring developments in Israel. As a precautionary step, operations at the Ghanaian embassy in Tel Aviv have been scaled down to the barest minimum. Citizens residing in Israel have been urged to maintain close contact with consular services as the government evaluates next steps.
Ghana’s response underscores a proactive foreign policy guided by people-centered diplomacy. “No effort will be spared in keeping our citizens safe—wherever they are,” Minister Ablakwa affirmed.
Beyond evacuation logistics, the government also issued a heartfelt appeal to both parties in the conflict. Ghana is calling unequivocally for a return to diplomacy, urging all sides to silence the drums of war and choose the path of peace.
In a region gripped by uncertainty, Ghana’s voice rings clear: protect lives, reduce tensions, and pursue peace through dialogue. As evacuations proceed and embassies adjust, the nation’s message remains resolute—no Ghanaian will be left behind.
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