Islamabad: Pakistani nationals are being strongly advised to refrain from traveling to Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, and Syria due to security concerns, according to a press release from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The advisory emphasizes the importance of safety and urges avoidance of travel to these nations until conditions improve.

For those currently residing in these countries, the Ministry advises exercising extreme caution and minimizing non-essential travel. Residents are also encouraged to maintain regular contact with the respective Pakistani embassies.

Contact details for the Embassy of Pakistan in Iran include landline and mobile numbers for Tehran, Zahidan, and Mashhad.

In Iraq, the Pakistani Embassy in Baghdad has made available mobile and WhatsApp contacts along with an email address for communication.

For nationals in Lebanon, the Embassy in Beirut has provided mobile, WhatsApp numbers, and an email for correspondence.

In Syria, contacts for the Embassy in Damascus include both mobile and landline numbers, along with an email address for any necessary communication.

The advisory underscores the Ministry’s commitment to the safety of its nationals abroad, urging them to remain vigilant and informed through reliable channels.