Dhaka, March 24 -- State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam has said Bangladeshi citizens currently in Iran remain safe despite ongoing strikes by the US and Israel.

She added that the government is prepared to evacuate anyone who feels insecure.

Speaking to reporters at the foreign ministry on Tuesday, Shama said: "There are about 2,000 Bangladeshis in Iran, including a significant number of students. According to the information we have today, they are safe and not in any immediate danger."

The state minister emphasised that the Bangladeshi mission in Tehran is maintaining 24-hour contact with the expatriate community.

"If a situation arises where there is a risk to life or security, our mission is working there, and we ...