The Government of Uganda has announced the immediate withdrawal of all non-essential staff from its Embassy in Tehran following the escalating security situation in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
In a security notice issued on February 28, 2026, the Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Bagiire Vincent Waiswa, said the government is closely monitoring developments in the Middle East
The Government of Uganda is monitoring the situation in the Middle East with grave concern,” the statement reads.
Uganda has called on all parties involved in the regional tensions to exercise maximum restraint, prioritize dialogue, and avoid any actions that could further escalate the situation.
In light of the deteriorating security environment, Ugandan citizens currently residing in Iran have been strongly advised to take immediate safety precautions and, where possible, leave the country through available means.
The government further revealed that consular services at the Ugandan Embassy in Tehran have been severely limited as alternative arrangements are being put in place to ensure continued support to nationals abroad.
Ugandans who choose to remain in Iran have been urged to inform community leaders of their whereabouts, remain indoors as much as possible, and closely monitor credible media platforms for updates. Authorities warned that information regarding possible evacuations will remain limited until the situation stabilizes.
Additionally, due to what officials described as an “extremely fluid situation” affecting international travel, all Ugandan citizens have been strongly advised to suspend any planned travel to the Middle East until further notice.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says it will continue to assess developments and provide updates as necessary.