MUSCAT: Former U.S. President Donald Trump has called on American citizens and allies in Iran to evacuate Tehran immediately as the violent confrontation between Iran and Israel enters its fifth consecutive day. His statement, shared across multiple social media platforms, reflects growing concerns over possible retaliatory strikes and further military escalation that could threaten the safety of civilians and foreign nationals residing in the Iranian capital.
The conflict, which began with missile exchanges and drone attacks, has intensified despite international pleas for restraint. Major urban centers in both countries have reported air raid sirens, while infrastructure damage and civilian casualties continue to mount. Regional analysts warn that without diplomatic intervention, the situation could spiral into a broader conflict involving other regional powers and jeopardizing global oil supply routes.
Trump’s evacuation appeal aligns with heightened alerts issued by several Western embassies advising their citizens to leave Iran due to the deteriorating security environment. Evacuation flights and emergency travel plans are reportedly being organized by multiple diplomatic missions, and airlines have announced rerouting or suspension of flights to and from Tehran’s main airport as tensions rise.
Observers note that the former president’s direct involvement in commenting on the crisis could influence U.S. political discourse and place pressure on the current administration to adopt a more assertive stance. Meanwhile, humanitarian organizations are bracing for a potential refugee surge and increased demand for medical aid if hostilities persist or expand beyond the region’s borders.
