No citizens of Tajikistan were injured as a result of the attacks on Iranian territory, Tajikistan’s Ambassador to Iran, Nizomiddin Zohidi, said in an interview with Radio Liberty’s Tajik Service, known locally as Radio Ozodi.
According to him, approximately 300 Tajik citizens are currently in Iran. More than 200 of them have contacted the embassy seeking assistance in returning home.
The ambassador noted that some Tajik nationals are in Iran for trade, tourism, and medical treatment. Following the closure of the country’s airspace, many expressed a desire to leave.
Zohidi stated that on March 1, 15 Tajik citizens were repatriated via Azerbaijan. In the coming days, around 50 more people are expected to travel through the Serakhs border crossing into Turkmenistan, from where they will continue on to Tajikistan.
“Some citizens intend to return home through Azerbaijan. Those located in Iran’s Khorasan province prefer to leave via Turkmenistan. We have prepared the necessary lists and coordinated the arrangements with the embassies of Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan in Iran,” the ambassador said.
Earlier, the Tajik Embassy in Tehran urged its citizens to remain calm, stay vigilant, and closely follow official information and recommendations issued by the embassy and Iranian authorities. Citizens were advised to avoid areas near military and government facilities and to refrain from taking photos or videos throughout the country.
The embassy in Tehran provided the following contact numbers: +98 02122299584; +98 02122834650; +98 9363253147; +98 9104519815; +98 9379743508; +98 9304334234.
Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, the Tajik Embassy in the United Arab Emirates and the Consulate General in Dubai also advised Tajik citizens to take precautionary measures.
The diplomatic missions stated that all necessary steps are being taken to ensure the safety and protection of the rights and interests of Tajik citizens. They also maintain constant communication with the competent authorities of Tajikistan and the UAE.
Tajik nationals in the Emirates were urged to remain calm, avoid panic, refrain from visiting public places unless necessary, and not travel to airports without confirming the status of airspace and flight schedules.
Citizens were further advised not to spread rumors or unverified information, to rely solely on official statements from local authorities, and to keep identification documents, communication devices, and essential items with them at all times.
In case of emergency, citizens may contact:
Embassy of Tajikistan in the UAE:
[email protected]
[email protected]
Tel.: +971 24417950; +971 581531574 (WhatsApp)
Consulate General of Tajikistan in Dubai:
[email protected]
[email protected]
Tel.: +971 43945814; +971 585081221.
