The Government of Ghana has successfully evacuated all its diplomatic staff from Iran and indefinitely closed its embassy in Tehran amid escalating security concerns and ongoing military conflict in the region.
Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa announced the development in a Facebook post on Monday, March 2, 2026, confirming that the evacuation exercise was completed without incident.
“I am delighted to announce that we have conducted a successful evacuation of all our embassy staff in Iran. The Ghanaian diplomats are safe and in high spirits,” Mr. Ablakwa stated.
He added that Ghana’s embassy in Iran is now closed sine die, meaning the closure is indefinite.
“The safety, welfare, and protection of Ghanaians remains our utmost priority in these tempestuous times,” the minister emphasised.
The decision comes in response to heightened tensions and security uncertainties in Iran, triggered by coordinated military strikes launched by the United States and Israel on February 28, 2026. The joint operation targeted Iranian military infrastructure, leadership compounds, strategic sites, and other key facilities, amid long-standing disputes over Iran’s nuclear programme, missile capabilities, and regional influence.
The strikes have led to significant escalation, including retaliatory actions, airspace closures, flight disruptions, and widespread security alerts across the Middle East.
Several countries have reassessed their diplomatic presence in Iran and taken precautionary measures to protect their nationals and personnel.