MOFA raises Iran travel advisoryBy Hollie Younger / Staff writer, with CNA and AFPThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has raised its travel advisory for Iran, ministry spokesman Hsiao Kuang-wei (蕭光偉) told a news conference in Taipei today, adding that all five Taiwanese nationals in Iran are safe. Taiwan has updated its travel advisory for Iran, raising the risk to “Level 4: Red — leave as soon as possible,” and would continue to update information and adjust advisories as the situation develops, he said. Protests erupted across Iran 17 days ago, initially due to economic hardships, but since evolving into demonstrations against Iran’s theocratic government, which was established after the 1979 revolution. As the conflict shows no signs of slowing, the government is urging the public not to travel to Iran and has advised those already there to remain alert, Hsiao said. The ministry is also maintaining contact with Taiwanese nationals in Iran through expatriate networks, while the Dubai representative office would take all necessary steps to ensure their continued safety, he said.

Source: Taipei Times January 13, 2026 09:22 UTC