TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, March 2. Uzbekistan has
advised its citizens to temporarily postpone planned pilgrimages,
business, tourism, and other travel to the Middle East until the
situation in the region stabilizes, Trend reports via the Ministry of Transport of
Uzbekistan.
According to the ministry, the recommendation follows the
escalation of tensions in the Middle East and the introduction of
temporary airspace restrictions by several countries, which have
significantly disrupted international flight operations.
As a result, nationals of many countries, including citizens of
Uzbekistan, are facing difficulties due to flight cancellations and
delays, the closure of transit routes, and other logistical
challenges.
In order to ensure the safety of its citizens and protect their
legal interests, the authorities have urged travelers to delay
non-essential trips to the region until further notice.
Uzbek nationals currently overseas are urged to stay calm and
alert, steer clear of crowded places, adhere strictly to local laws
and regulations, and keep in regular touch with Uzbekistan’s
diplomatic missions and consular offices.
Following the second round of nuclear talks between Washington
and Tehran on February 17, which ended without progress, the U.S.
increased its presence in areas near Iran, deploying over 150
aircraft to bases in Europe and the Middle East.
The escalation follows the 3rd round of nuclear talks between
Iran and the United States in Geneva on February 26. Held under the
administration of U.S. President Donald Trump, the negotiations
were seen as a last opportunity for a diplomatic resolution.
However, no agreements were reached, as Tehran refused to halt
uranium enrichment, dismantle its nuclear facilities, or accept
indefinite restrictions on its nuclear program. On the morning of
February 28, Israel and the U.S. began launching strikes on Iran
from land, sea, and air.
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