Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced the successful evacuation of all Ghanaian embassy staff from Iran amid escalating security concerns in the country.
In a post on Facebook on Monday, March 2, 2026, Mr. Ablakwa disclosed that the evacuation exercise had been completed and that all Ghanaian diplomats were safe and in high spirits.
He added that Ghana’s embassy in Iran has been closed sine die.
“The safety, welfare, and protection of Ghanaians remains our utmost priority in these tempestuous times,” he stated.
The decision follows heightened tensions and security uncertainties in Iran, which have prompted several countries to reassess their diplomatic presence and take precautionary measures to safeguard their nationals.
While details of the evacuation arrangements were not immediately disclosed, the move underscores the government’s efforts to ensure the protection of Ghanaian diplomatic staff serving abroad.
The temporary closure of the embassy is expected to affect consular services for the time being, although the government has assured that the well-being of Ghanaians remains paramount.
On February 28, 2026, the United States and Israel launched coordinated military strikes against Iran, marking a major escalation of tensions that have existed for decades over issues including Iran’s nuclear programme, missiles, and regional influence.
The joint operation — reported by international media — targeted Iranian military infrastructure, leadership compounds, and strategic sites.
The conflict has already led to airspace closures, disrupted flights, and heightened security alerts throughout the region
