Irish embassy in Iran shut amid 'deteriorating' situation
TEHRAN PROVINCE, IRAN, JUN 20 – Irish embassy staff are relocated amid escalating Iran-Israel conflict, with over 220 casualties reported in Iran, as diplomatic operations continue remotely from Dublin.
- The Irish government decided to temporarily close its embassy in Tehran and relocate personnel to Dublin due to a deteriorating security situation.
- This decision followed consultations with officials and EU partners amid escalating clashes between Israel and Iran involving missile strikes.
- Minister Simon Harris emphasized concern about staff safety and said embassy operations would continue remotely from Dublin while advising against travel to Iran.
- Harris urged Israel and Iran to exercise caution and avoid further escalation, and expressed gratitude to embassy personnel for their dedication while operating under difficult conditions.
- He stated these arrangements will remain until it is safe for Embassy personnel to return and highlighted ongoing diplomatic efforts to assist Irish citizens.
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