Blanar: Slovak Diplomacy Working on Security of Our Citizens in Middle East

13. júna 2025 11:54
Bratislava, 13 June (TASR) - Slovak diplomacy is working intensively on the security of its citizens and employees in the Middle East region, said Foreign Affairs Minister Juraj Blanar (Smer-SD) in reaction to the escalation in tension between Israel and Iran, the Foreign Affairs Ministry's communications department has informed TASR. "In connection with the current situation in the Middle East, Slovakia has called on all parties concerned to show maximum restraint and to focus on de-escalation through diplomacy and dialogue. The region urgently needs peace and stability," said Blanar. The minister said that neither he, nor diplomatic missions have been contacted by Slovak nationals with a request for help yet. "There are Slovak citizens in the Middle East region at the moment, both citizens who have lived there for a long time in mixed marriages and tourists on short-term trips," said Blanar. Blanar warned that flights to some destinations may be cancelled. For example, Israeli airspace has been closed to both incoming and outgoing flights until further notice, he said. "Our citizens who have found themselves in the crisis area are strongly recommended to avoid mass gatherings and conflict areas and to follow the guidelines of the local security forces," said the chief of Slovak diplomacy. Israel launched strikes on Iran's key nuclear sites on Thursday night, claiming that Iran will soon be able to produce a nuclear weapon. In reaction, Iran said that the attacks confirm its need to proceed with uranium enrichment and to strengthen its missile arsenal. It promised to take retaliatory measures. The Israeli army confirmed on Friday morning that it had begun shooting down Iranian drones sent to Israeli territory by Tehran. ko/df
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