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Authorities issue security guidance and voluntary return mechanism as instability in the Middle East raises safety concerns.
Burkina Faso has issued security guidance and evacuation support measures for its citizens living in Iran and other Middle Eastern countries as the regional security situation continues to deteriorate.
In a statement released Wednesday, the Burkinabè Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the country’s embassy in Tehran has set up a mechanism to assist nationals wishing to return voluntarily to Burkina Faso. The initiative follows instructions from national authorities and aims to ensure the safe organization of travel procedures for citizens seeking to leave the region.
The mechanism is being implemented in coordination with Iranian authorities and the Burkinabè embassy in Ankara, Türkiye, to facilitate administrative formalities and transit arrangements.
Burkinabè citizens wishing to return home have been invited to register with the representative of the High Council of Burkinabè Abroad in Iran before March 13, 2026.
In a separate advisory, authorities urged nationals in the region to strictly follow local security instructions, limit movements to essential travel, cooperate with officials and avoid contact with unknown individuals.
The precautionary measures come as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East continues to raise security concerns for foreign nationals living in the region.
Source: Newstimehub
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