450 Pakistani pilgrims evacuated from Iran

Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has confirmed that 450 Pakistani pilgrims have been successfully evacuated from Iran, stating that the government is taking all necessary measures to ensure the safety of Pakistani nationals in the region.

In a statement released on X on Sunday, Dar said the evacuation of 450 Pakistani pilgrims from Iran was completed on Saturday. He added that arrangements are also being made for the safe evacuation of the first batch of 154 Pakistani students stranded in Iran.

In light of the evolving regional situation, the Government of Pakistan is taking necessary measures for the welfare and safety of Pakistani nationals:

- Evacuation of 450 Pakistani
Zaireen from Iran has been facilitated as of yesterday.

- Arrangements are being made for the…

— Ishaq Dar (@MIshaqDar50) June 15, 2025

The Deputy Prime Minister said the Pakistan Embassy in Iraq is in contact with Pakistani zaireen who are stranded due to the closure of the airspace.

He said measures are underway to ensure their safe stay in Iraq and a possible evacuation. Ishaq Dar said the Crisis Management Unit at the Foreign Office is operational 24/7 and it can be accessed at +92 51-9207887, Email: cmu1@mofa.gov.pk.

The Deputy Prime Minister further said our embassies in the region are closely coordinating all necessary efforts to support Pakistani nationals and Zaireens.