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Al Bawaba
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Al Bawaba
Reports circulate alleging evacuation of Iranian leaders families
Published June 14th, 2025 - 06:25 GMT ALBAWABA - As military tensions between Iran and Israel rise, there have been a number of unproven stories on social media and opposition media sources saying that the families of high-ranking Iranian officials are being quietly taken out of the country. Sources in the Iranian resistance say that video has been released that supposedly shows private planes taking families of top regime leaders out of Iran. A fifth plane is said to have recently left Iranian airspace and was flying low between mountains on its way to the Russian border, according to one source. The reasons for these reported evacuations are still not clear, but there is rising talk that some Iranian leaders may be running away because they are afraid of vengeance from Israel or trouble in their own country. People on social media have made symbolic connections to the plane that took Ayatollah Khomeini back to Iran in 1979, saying that these planes are now taking regime supporters out of the country that is in danger. Even though none of these claims have been publicly confirmed by Iranian officials, they have sparked a public discussion about how confident the Iranian government is in the face of growing pressure from outside the country and unrest within it. Iranian opposition media outlets are circulating footage claiming to show families of regime leaders being evacuated from Iran — Michael A. Horowitz (@michaelh992) June 14, 2025 Iran and Israel are still firing missiles and drones at each other, and the whole region is on high watch in case things get worse. — د. مشكك (@Dr__Sceptic) June 14, 2025 On the same day, Israeli Channel 13 reported that the families of several cabinet members and ministers have also been moved to safe places inside Israel in case Iran attacks in response to current military operations. This is happening even though there are still limits on flights and the security situation in the area is generally unstable. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
Asharq Al-Awsat
a day ago
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Lebanon, Jordan Reopen Airspace
Lebanon said it will reopen its airspace on Saturday at 10:00 am local time (0700 GMT), the state news agency NNA said. Jordan reopened its airspace at 7:30 a.m. (0530 GMT), the civil aviation commission said, a day after it suspended flights amid Iran-Israel tensions. Airlines steered clear of much of the Middle East on Friday after Israeli attacks on Iranian sites forced carriers to cancel or divert thousands of flights in the latest upheaval to travel in the region.
Malay Mail
a day ago
- Malay Mail
Wisma Putra issues travel advisory for Iran, Iraq, Jordan as Middle East crisis deepens
PUTRAJAYA, June 14 — Malaysia has issued a travel advisory for Iran, Iraq and Jordan amid tensions between Iran and Israel, urging its citizens to defer non-essential travel and prioritise their safety. In a statement on Saturday, the Foreign Ministry (Wisma Putra), said it is closely monitoring developments in the Middle East – through the Embassy of Malaysia in Tehran, as well as its embassies in Baghdad and Amman – following the recent tensions between Iran and Israel. As a result of the escalating tensions, the ministry stated that Iran and several countries in the region, namely Iraq and Jordan, have closed their airspace. 'Malaysians in the region are advised to anticipate potential disruptions to flight schedules and make the necessary adjustments to their travel plans. 'Non-essential travel to these areas should be deferred, given the unpredictable nature of the conflict,' the statement read. The Foreign Ministry also strongly advises Malaysians in Iran, particularly those in the proximity of the affected areas to remain vigilant, stay informed of the latest developments, and adhere to the instructions issued by local authorities. 'All Malaysians residing in or travelling to Iran are urged to update their contact details with the Embassy of Malaysia in Tehran,' it stated. The ministry remains committed to safeguarding the welfare and safety of Malaysian citizens abroad through its diplomatic missions. Malaysians requiring assistance in the event of an emergency are advised to contact the nearest Malaysian embassy. Below are the contact details for Malaysian embassies in key locations: Embassy of Malaysia in Tehran, Iran No.25, 2nd Alley, North Zarafshan St., Shahrak-e-Gharb. Telephone number: +98 21 8807 2444 +98 21 8807 8606 +98 933 535 2602 or E-mail: [email protected] / [email protected]. Embassy of Malaysia in Baghdad, Iraq Mezzanine Floor, Babylon Rotana Hotel, Al Abassi Street, Al Jadria, Baghdad, Iraq. Telephone number: +964 787 859 8775 +964 786 497 0087 or E-mail : [email protected]. Embassy of Malaysia in Amman, Jordan No. 5, Hassan Al Kayed Street, Off Abai Street, Abdoun, Amman 11183, Jordan. Telephone number: +962 6590 2400 +962 78590 2400 or Email : [email protected]. — Bernama
Al Arabiya
a day ago
- Politics
- Al Arabiya
Jordan reopens airspace on Saturday, aviation commission says
Jordan reopened its airspace at 7:30 a.m. (0530 GMT), the civil aviation commission said, a day after it suspended flights amid Iran–Israel tensions.
