Pakistan plans repatriation of stranded students and pilgrims in Iran and Iraq – Ishaq Dar

Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has confirmed that, in light of the current regional situation, the government is taking all necessary measures to ensure the welfare and safety of Pakistani nationals. Speaking on Sunday, Mr Dar said the evacuation of 450 Pakistani pilgrims from Iran was successfully completed the previous day. He added that arrangements were also being made to safely evacuate Pakistani students residing in Iran, with the first phase involving the return of 154 students. In neighbouring Iraq, Pakistani pilgrims remain stranded due to airspace closures. Mr Dar assured that Pakistan’s embassy in Iran is in constant contact with those affected, and efforts are underway to ensure their safe accommodation and potential evacuation. A 24-hour Crisis Management Unit (CMU) is active at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to assist Pakistani nationals. The CMU can be reached at +92 51-9207887 or via email at cmu1@mofa.gov.pk. Pakistan’s embassies in the region are closely monitoring the situation and are fully engaged in providing assistance and overseeing the safe repatriation of citizens.

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