UK withdraws its diplomatic staff from Iran due to ‘ongoing security situation’

The United Kingdom says it has temporarily withdrawn its diplomatic staff in Iran due to rising tensions in the region, and reiterates a warning against any travel to the country.

“Due to the ongoing security situation, we have taken the precautionary measure to temporarily withdraw UK staff from Iran. Our embassy continues to operate remotely,” the Foreign Office says.

The statement adds that it ”advises against all travel to Iran. If you are a British national already in Iran, either resident or visitor, carefully consider your presence there and the risks you take by staying.”