Beijing: Xinhua News Agency reported on Friday that China has advised its citizens to avoid traveling to Iran. China also urged those already there to leave as soon as possible, citing the security situation amid escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the advisory comes in light of increasing hostilities in the region, which have raised concerns over the safety of foreign nationals residing or traveling in Iran. The tensions between the United States and Iran have been marked by a series of incidents that have heightened fears of broader conflict.

Chinese authorities have expressed their commitment to ensuring the safety of their citizens abroad and have been closely monitoring the situation. They have also been in communication with their embassy in Tehran to provide assistance to Chinese nationals seeking to leave the country.