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Irish embassy in Iran shut amid 'deteriorating' situation

The Irish government decided to temporarily close its embassy in Tehran and relocate personnel to Dublin due to a deteriorating security situation.
This decision followed consultations with officials and EU partners amid escalating clashes between Israel and Iran involving missile strikes.
Minister Simon Harris emphasized concern about staff safety and said embassy operations would continue remotely from Dublin while advising against travel to Iran.
Harris urged Israel and Iran to exercise caution and avoid further escalation, and expressed gratitude to embassy personnel for their dedication while operating under difficult conditions.
He stated these arrangements will remain until it is safe for Embassy personnel to return and highlighted ongoing diplomatic efforts to assist Irish citizens.

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