327 Russians evacuated from Iran via Armenia in March 2026

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•327 Russian nationals were evacuated from Iran through Armenia since the beginning of March 2026.
•Among those evacuated are employees of nuclear power plants working in Iran.
•Armenia has officially become a transit country for Russians crossing the border from Iran as of March 29, 2026.
•The evacuation operation is linked to hostilities occurring in the Middle East region.
•Approximately 330 Russian nationals were reported evacuated via Armenia by March 28, 2026.

What Could Happen If...

▸If Middle East hostilities escalate further Russia may increase evacuation efforts through Armenia, affecting more Russian citizens and potentially straining Armenia's transit capacity.

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🌍Armenia 🌍Islamic Republic of Iran 🌍Russian Federation

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RUCaucasian Knot (EN)Armenia has become a transit country for those arriving across the border with Iran.RUCaucasian Knot (EN)Nuclear power plant employees in Iran returned to Russia via Armenia.RUKommersant (RU)Из Ирана через Армению эвакуировали 327 россиян с начала месяца RUTASS (EN)Some 330 Russian nationals evacuated from Iran via Armenia since Middle East hostilities

Since early March 2026, Armenia has served as a transit route for over 320 Russian nationals evacuated from Iran amid regional hostilities. This evacuation includes employees from critical sectors such as nuclear power plants, reflecting concerns for Russian citizens in conflict-affected areas. The situation highlights Armenia's logistical role in facilitating safe passage during the ongoing Middle East tensions.