The Ghanaian government has announced the immediate evacuation of its citizens from Iran due to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, made this known in a Facebook post on Monday, June 16, 2025.
“The Mahama Administration has, in the interest of the protection of Ghanaian lives, decided to immediately evacuate Ghanaians living in Iran following an escalation of the Israel-Iran conflict,” Mr. Ablakwa stated.
As part of the evacuation, Ghana’s embassy in Tehran has been closed with immediate effect. All Ghanaian diplomats, students, professionals, and other nationals are being relocated through land borders.
The Minister assured that the government is committed to the safety of its citizens, saying, “No effort will be spared in protecting Ghanaian lives and keeping all Ghanaians out of harm’s way.”
Ghanaian citizens in Israel have also been advised to maintain close communication with the consular department, and embassy operations in Tel Aviv have been reduced to the bare minimum. “We are equally keenly following developments in Israel and will advise shortly,” Mr. Ablakwa added.
The Ghanaian government has reiterated its call for restraint from both sides of the conflict, urging them to pursue diplomatic options and end hostilities. “The Government of Ghana reiterates its demand on both parties to pursue diplomatic options and end hostilities,” Mr. Ablakwa emphasized ¹.
