New routes open for Russian nationals leaving Iran via Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan has opened four new border checkpoints with Iran to facilitate the evacuation of Russian citizens, the Russian Embassy in Ashgabat announced.

The newly accessible crossings are Artyk – Lutfabad, Gaudan – Bajygyran, Akyayla – Incheburun, and Altyn Asyr – Incheburun. These checkpoints join the previously opened Sarahs crossing on the Iran-Turkmenistan border.

Turkmenistan and Iran share a 1,100-kilometre land border, in addition to a maritime boundary along the Caspian Sea. The move aims to provide safe and efficient passage for Russian nationals amid ongoing regional tensions.

By Vafa Guliyeva