ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Ambassador to Iran, Muhammad Mudassir Tipu, said that 72 Pakistani students from Hormozgan University have safely returned to Pakistan. He added that the repatriation of students from Zanjan University is also ongoing.
In an interview with a private TV channel, the ambassador said the Pakistan Embassy had provided all possible assistance to the returning students. He urged Pakistanis in Iran to follow the travel and safety advisory issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Protests in Iran began on December 28 over rising prices and later turned against the government, which has been in power since 1979. Tehran has accused the US and Israel of fueling unrest. Iran’s police chief, Ahmad-Reza Radan, said security forces have increased efforts to control “rioters.”
The ambassador noted that Wi-Fi services in Iran are currently down, and telephone networks are partially affected. However, he clarified that the landline numbers of the Pakistan Embassy and Pakistani consulates are fully operational for emergencies.
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He advised Pakistanis travelling by road to reach the border at least three to four hours before its scheduled closure and ensure passports are properly stamped at immigration to avoid legal issues.
Students planning to return home were asked to complete all formal procedures and obtain clearance certificates from their universities. The embassy is coordinating with Iranian border authorities to ensure a smooth return process.
For their safety, Pakistani nationals are advised to avoid unnecessary travel to Iran until the situation stabilises. Last week, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs warned Pakistanis in Iran to exercise extreme caution, remain alert, and stay in regular contact with Pakistani missions.
