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Chinese Nationals Evacuate Iran Amid Escalating US-Israel Conflict

3/5/2026

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On March 2, about 400 people traveled from Tehran to the Astara border crossing as Chinese citizens evacuated Iran amid the US–Israel conflict.
The Iran Federation of Chinese Organizations reports about 200 Chinese nationals remain in cities such as Tabriz and Qom.
The Astara crossing is considered safer due to better road conditions and fewer military facilities.
As of March 3, airstrikes have intensified, with new explosions reported in Tehran.

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Story summary

On March 2, about 400 people traveled from Tehran to the Astara border crossing as Chinese citizens evacuated Iran amid the US–Israel conflict.
The Iran Federation of Chinese Organizations reports about 200 Chinese nationals remain in cities such as Tabriz and Qom.
The Astara crossing is considered safer due to better road conditions and fewer military facilities.
As of March 3, airstrikes have intensified, with new explosions reported in Tehran.