Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on Friday, advised its citizens to temporarily avoid traveling to Iran until the situation in the country stabilizes.

Axar.az, citing Kazinform, reports that the ministry also urged Kazakhstani citizens currently in Iran to leave the country, follow enhanced security measures, and pay close attention to official announcements from local authorities.

"Due to the continuing tensions around the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan recommends that citizens of Kazakhstan temporarily refrain from visiting Iran until the situation stabilizes.

Kazakhstani citizens who are currently in Iran are advised to leave the country, as well as to observe enhanced security measures, exercise vigilance and caution, monitor the news, and strictly follow the recommendations of local authorities," reads the statement.

Additionally, the ministry encouraged citizens to carefully assess travel plans to other Middle Eastern countries, considering the ongoing situation and the potential for sudden escalation.

It was also noted that Kazakhstan’s diplomatic missions in Iran continue to operate as usual.