Swiss staff return to Tehran to prepare gradual embassy reopening

Switzerland’s foreign ministry said on Friday four staff have returned to Tehran to prepare the “gradual resumption of operations” at its embassy, which was closed last month over security concerns.

In a statement on X, the ministry said the move follows the temporary shutdown of its diplomatic mission in March amid the deteriorating security situation linked to the regional conflict.

“Following the temporary closure of the Swiss Embassy on 11 March due to the security situation, a Swiss team has returned to Tehran as of 20 April,” the ministry said.

“Four staff travelled overland via Azerbaijan and are now preparing the gradual resumption of operations.”