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China has once again told its citizens in Iran to leave the country as soon as possible, warning that security risks remain despite a fragile ceasefire that has paused strikes.
Chinese authorities had already issued a similar evacuation warning on Feb. 27, just one day before U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran began the current escalation.
In a fresh notice released Thursday, Chinese diplomatic missions in Iran stressed that the situation on the ground remains unstable, even though parts of Iranian airspace have reopened to civilian flights. Authorities described the broader regional environment as fragile, with security conditions still shifting and unpredictable.
The advisory, issued by China’s embassy in Tehran along with its consulates, urged nationals to stay alert, steer clear of sensitive locations such as government and military sites, and move to safer areas without delay.
Officials also highlighted what those who remain should do in case of trouble. Citizens still in Iran were encouraged to quickly contact local security forces during emergencies and reach out to Chinese diplomatic missions for assistance.
At the same time, the statement carried a clear warning for those considering travel to Iran. Individuals choosing to enter the country despite the advisory could face serious risks and might not be able to access consular support if conditions worsen, the statement said.
Iran war currently sits in a fragile pause, with ceasefire breaches, naval tensions, and unresolved negotiations keeping the risk of escalation high.
Ongoing restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz by Tehran and a U.S. naval blockade on Iranian ports are maintaining pressure in the region, with diplomatic efforts at a standstill.
On Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump extended the two-week ceasefire indefinitely to open room for a second round of talks in Islamabad, capital of key mediator Pakistan. However, as Iran refused to join the meeting, citing excessive U.S. demands and violations that undermine the ceasefire framework, negotiations were left in limbo.
On Thursday, Iranian air defenses were activated in Tehran and several other cities over reported small drone activity, raising concerns of a possible ceasefire breach, though Iranian media later described it as a military test while an Israeli source denied any involvement.
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