As conflict deepens between Iran and Israel, Security Analyst, Dr. Kwesi Biney has commended the Ghanaian government for its swift decision to evacuate citizens living in Iran, calling it “a necessary and life-saving measure.” Speaking on The Teknokrat Show on Focus FM with host Sika Audrey Dzifa, Dr. Biney described the escalating tensions as serious and unpredictable, warranting immediate action.
“The closure of Ghana’s embassy in Tehran is not just symbolic; it reflects the real security dangers posed to foreign nationals in the region,” he stressed. According to him, the roots of the crisis can be traced to Iran’s nuclear ambitions, which are viewed as a direct violation of global treaties.
“Iran’s pursuit of nuclear weapons has long been a concern for the international community. Israel sees it as an existential threat, and the rhetoric from both sides suggests a desire to eliminate the other,” Dr. Biney noted.
The government’s decision to initiate evacuation efforts, he said, is a commendable one — though not without its logistical hurdles. “Coordinating transportation, securing borders, and maintaining real-time communication during a crisis of this magnitude is no easy task.
But the alternative is far worse.” He pointed to the closure of the U.S. embassy and evacuation of essential personnel as clear indicators that the region is no longer safe for civilians.
“The role of any embassy, especially in a conflict zone, is to protect its citizens. Missiles are flying, bombs are dropping — you don’t wait for things to get worse before acting,” he emphasized.
Dr. Biney also urged Ghanaians living abroad to register with local embassies, a step he believes can make emergency responses more efficient. “Ghana should deepen international collaborations to ensure faster, more coordinated evacuations in future crises,” he added.
His remarks come amid ongoing global concern about the humanitarian impact of the Israel-Iran conflict and the responsibilities of nations to safeguard their nationals abroad.