China urges citizens in Iran to evacuate
Feb 27th 2026
China's embassy in Tehran has asked Chinese nationals to depart Iran because of worsening security and regional tensions, and urged them to follow consular instructions for help and updates.
- China's embassy in Tehran has advised Chinese nationals to leave Iran citing deteriorating security.
- The advisory points to rising regional tensions that could affect the safety of foreign residents and visitors.
- Beijing told citizens to follow consular guidance and monitor official channels for updates and assistance.
- The move comes amid a wave of travel warnings from several governments about potential spillover from regional conflicts.