Irish citizens in Iran and Israel tell embassies they would like to be evacuated

Simon Harris said that in both Tehran and Tel Aviv, a number of people have indicated that 'should evacuation options become available, they’d like to be considered to avail of them'

The Israeli Iron Dome air defense system fires to intercept missiles during an Iranian attack over Tel Aviv. Picture: AP Photo/Leo Correa

Irish citizens living in Iran and Israel have told local embassies that they would like to be evacuated if possible, Tánaiste Simon Harris has said.

Speaking on his way into Cabinet, Mr Harris confirmed Ireland’s embassy in Tehran has been in touch with 30 Irish citizens living in the country, with many being long-term residents of Iran.