Egyptian embassy in Tehran opens hotline for community
Israeli strikes on Iran
CAIRO - 16 June 2025: Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdel Aty contacted his diplomatic mission in Tehran Sunday to highlight all forms of support to the Egyptian community in Iran.
The Egyptian embassy advised the minister that all members of the community are safe so far and that they have not been harmed as a result of the Israeli military attacks.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs called on the Egyptian community in Iran to remain in safe places and to inform the Egyptian mission of any obstacles they may encounter. It also urges all Egyptian citizens present in Iran to exercise the utmost caution and remain in safe places, as well as to immediately communicate with the Egyptian diplomatic mission in Tehran to inform it of their situation and needs. Telephone: (+982122419100) - (+982242001516) - (+989981198877)
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