Australia Renews Call for Citizens to Leave Iran Amid Ceasefire Uncertainty

Australia has once again urged its citizens in Iran to leave the country if it is safe to do so, citing the ongoing risk of renewed military conflict in the Middle East despite a fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel.

In its latest travel advisory posted Monday on X, the Australian Foreign Ministry warned that “there continues to be a risk of further military conflict,” and the situation could deteriorate with little warning.

“International airports in eastern Iran, including Mashhad, are currently operational and limited departure options are becoming available,” the advisory stated. The government is also “securing a limited number of seats on commercial flights departing Iran for those who require assistance,” it added.

Authorities noted that airport operations remain unpredictable and could change with short notice, as officials continue to monitor the situation closely.

The advisory follows last week’s alert in which Canberra highlighted the volatility in the region, saying, “The security situation could get worse with little notice.”

Tensions between Israel and Iran escalated dramatically on June 13 when Israel launched airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear facilities. Iran responded with retaliatory attacks, drawing in the United States, which bombed key Iranian nuclear sites in Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan.

The 12-day conflict was halted by a U.S.-brokered ceasefire that came into effect on June 24, but concerns persist over the potential for renewed hostilities.

Australia continues to advise its citizens to remain alert, monitor official updates, and make immediate travel plans where feasible.