Eighteen Vietnamese citizens have been evacuated from Iran due to the rising conflict between Israel and Iran. The announcement came on the afternoon of June 17, from the Vietnamese Ambassador to Iran, Nguyen Luong Ngoc.
The group included people who had been living or working in Iran. They were moved to a third country for their safety as the situation between Israel and Iran grows more dangerous.
Currently, 20 Vietnamese nationals are still in Iran. This group includes staff from the Vietnamese Embassy and others working or staying in the country. The ambassador confirmed that all of them are safe, mentally stable, and staying in touch with the embassy.
The Vietnamese community in Iran consists of 38 individuals. This includes embassy staff, long-term residents, and visitors. The embassy has been in regular communication with them. People have been advised to stay alert, avoid large gatherings, and follow local safety guidelines.
Officials have also told citizens to maintain close contact with the embassy. For any emergency, two hotline numbers are available. These are +98 933 965 8252 and +98 991 205 7570. The embassy is ready to help if needed.
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran started on June 13. It began when Israel launched preemptive airstrikes on several targets in Iran. The attacks hit Tehran and other provinces. This marked a sharp rise in tensions between the two countries.
The situation has now continued for five days, with no clear sign of resolution. Because of the growing danger, several nations are preparing to evacuate their citizens from both Iran and Israel.
In this uncertain time, the Vietnamese government is taking all needed steps to keep its people safe. Diplomats and embassy staff are working around the clock. Their main goal is to provide support and guidance to Vietnamese nationals still in Iran.
Evacuations like this require close planning and quick action. The embassy coordinated with local authorities and international partners to move people to a safer location. Though the destination country was not named, it was described as a safe third country.
The 20 citizens who remain in Iran are being closely monitored. The embassy continues to check on their well-being and urges them to follow all safety advice.
As the conflict grows, the number of affected civilians in both Israel and Iran may increase. Many foreign governments are now issuing travel alerts and making evacuation plans.
Vietnam’s early response to protect its citizens shows a strong commitment to public safety. The embassy’s ongoing support is a lifeline for those still living in a high-risk area.
The embassy has promised to keep providing updates as the situation unfolds. Family members of Vietnamese citizens in Iran are encouraged to stay in contact with officials for new information.
For now, the Vietnamese government continues to track the conflict closely. Its focus remains on the health and safety of every citizen abroad. As the situation develops, further action may be taken to bring more people to safety.
