By Leo Nelson
Following escalating hostilities in the Middle East involving the United States, Israel and the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a travel advisory to Ghanaian nationals.
In a press release dated February 28, 2026, the Ministry said it is closely monitoring developments in the region amid coordinated military strikes by the United States and Israel against targets within Iran, as well as reported retaliatory actions by Iran against Israeli and United States military assets.
According to the statement, the situation has affected several countries, including Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, leading to airspace closures, flight disruptions and heightened security alerts across parts of the region.
The Government of Ghana has called on all parties involved to exercise restraint, de-escalate tensions and return to diplomatic engagement in order to protect lives and safeguard regional stability.
The Ministry has advised Ghanaian nationals to avoid non-essential travel to and from the Middle East until further notice. Ghanaians currently residing in Bahrain, Israel, Kuwait, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates have been urged to remain indoors where possible, comply with directives from local authorities and maintain heightened vigilance.
Nationals in affected areas are further advised to avoid large gatherings and sensitive locations, closely monitor official communications and keep their travel documents readily accessible. The Ministry also encouraged citizens to maintain contact with the nearest Ghanaian diplomatic mission.
As part of precautionary measures, the Government has activated an emergency preparedness plan. Assessments are ongoing regarding the possible evacuation of Ghanaian nationals where necessary.
The statement further disclosed that a number of staff from the Embassy of Ghana in Tehran have been evacuated, while essential personnel remain to coordinate assistance to Ghanaians in Iran.
The Ministry and Ghana’s diplomatic missions in the region remain available to provide consular support. Nationals requiring emergency assistance have been directed to contact the Ministry through the emergency embassy emergency numbers.
The Government assured the public that it will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as developments unfold.