Amid growing tensions and instability in the Middle East, Pakistan’s Foreign Office on Thursday released a firm travel advisory, strongly urging its citizens to avoid visiting Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon until the security situation improves.
In an official statement, the Foreign Office spokesperson cited the “changing security dynamics in the region” as the reason behind the advisory and emphasized that Pakistanis should postpone any plans to travel to these countries.
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The advisory also extended caution to Pakistanis already residing in these nations, instructing them to remain alert, limit non-essential movement, and stay in frequent contact with Pakistani embassies in their respective countries.
“Pakistani nationals are strongly advised against traveling to Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon until further notice,” the spokesperson reiterated, stressing that those currently in these areas must take necessary precautions and avoid risky or unnecessary travel.
The warning comes against the backdrop of escalating military developments involving both regional and global powers, though no specific trigger was mentioned for issuing the advisory.
In an effort to assist citizens during emergencies, the Foreign Office provided detailed contact information for Pakistan’s diplomatic missions in the four countries, urging individuals to use these channels for timely support.
Contact Information for Pakistani Embassies:
Iran:
- Tehran
Landline: +98-21-66-9413-88/89/90/91
Alternate: +98-21-66-9448-88/90
Mobile: +98 9100 607 658 - Zahedan
Landline: +98 54 33 22 3389
Mobile: +98 99129 45346 - Mashhad
Mobile: +98 910 762 5302
Iraq (Baghdad):
WhatsApp: +964(0)7839800899
Contact: +964(0)7834950183, +964(0)7834950311
Lebanon (Beirut):
WhatsApp: +961-81669488
Alternate: +961-81815104
Syria (Damascus):
WhatsApp: +963983538186
Landline: +963116132696
The Foreign Office has urged all Pakistani nationals in these countries to remain in regular contact with the listed embassies and report any emergencies or suspicious developments without delay.
