Azerbaijani Ambassador named the number of refugees from Iran

More than 1.5 thousand people from 55 countries have moved to Azerbaijan across the border with Iran. The republic's ambassador to Russia, Rahman Mustafayev, told Izvestia on March 6.

"As of March 6, more than 1.5 thousand people, citizens of 55 countries, crossed the Azerbaijani border from Iran. They include ordinary citizens, employees of diplomatic missions, companies, various organizations and their family members," Mustafayev stressed.

At the same time, 460 Chinese citizens, about 300 Azerbaijani citizens, 265 Russian citizens, and almost 150 Tajik citizens are among them. The ambassador clarified that these are "the most numerous country groups." At the moment, the evacuation process is ongoing, so the indicators may change.

According to Mustafayev, Azerbaijan not only provides an opportunity for a safe transition, but also provides food, transport and, if necessary, medical care. He noted that as before, during periods of sharp escalation of the situation in the Middle East, Azerbaijan remains a reliable and safe transit hub for citizens of many countries in need of returning to their homeland.

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