PUTRAJAYA: Malaysians currently in Iran, including students, tourists and embassy personnel, are being assisted to leave the country by Friday, says Datuk Fahmi Fadzil.

Speaking at a post-Cabinet meeting press conference on Wednesday (June 18), the Communications Minister said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim had informed the Cabinet earlier that only a small number of Malaysians remain in Iran, comprising those working at embassies, pursuing studies or travelling.

"They have been advised to leave Iran. All visa arrangements have been finalised and they will begin departing within the next day or two, most likely by June 20," he said.

When asked whether evacuation units would be deployed, Fahmi said preparations had been made but for security reasons, specific details could not be disclosed.

On Friday (June 13), Israel launched a series of strikes on Iranian territory, reportedly killing several high-ranking military officials and scientists. In retaliation, Iran fired ballistic missiles at several locations in Israel, resulting in multiple casualties and injuries.

In a statement, Wisma Putra confirmed that no Malaysians in Iran have been reported affected by the attacks.