'Everyone is scared': Iranians head to Armenia to escape conflict with Israel
Published: 6/20/2025

Iranians are fleeing to Armenia through the Agarak border crossing to escape the conflict with Israel, which has been ongoing for eight days. Many Iranians crossing into Armenia have residency or citizenship in other countries and are leaving due to fear and insecurity caused by the conflict. Traffic jams have formed as residents of Tehran try to seek safety elsewhere, with some describing the situation in Iran as very bad and dangerous.