, where the concerning situation in the conflict zone was assessed.
At that meeting, heads of diplomatic missions reported on assistance and support efforts carried out for Peruvian nationals.
During the virtual session, Minister De Zela urged heads of mission to keep communication channels open with compatriots residing in the area to provide any support required.
He reiterated that fellow citizens should be reminded to consider relocating to safer areas.
Officials said they remain on constant alert in the event of a worsening situation.
Likewise, they noted that they are maintaining ongoing coordination with foreign affairs ministries in the region to facilitate migration procedures for Peruvians in the event of an evacuation through authorized border crossings.
Saudi Arabia and Oman
At another point, the Peruvian minister said he held phone calls with his counterparts, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud (Kingdom of Saudi Arabia) and Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi (Oman), to whom he reiterated Peru's commitment to peace and dialogue as the means to resolve conflicts.
During the conversations with both dignitaries, De Zela received information on the delicate situation unfolding in the Middle East and the possibility that events could worsen.
Finally, the Foreign Affairs Ministry reminded citizens of the contact details for the Peruvian community in Middle Eastern countries.
Saudi Arabia
Consular Section of Peru's Embassy in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (also accredited to Bahrain and Oman):
Emergency phone: +966 502465198
Egypt
Consular Section of Peru's Embassy in Egypt (also accredited to Lebanon, Jordan, Iraq, and Syria):
Emergency phone: +20 122 733 0530
United Arab Emirates
Peru's Embassy in the United Arab Emirates:
Emergency phone: +971 54 212 0801
Peru's Consulate General in Dubai:
Emergency phone: +971 506974007
Israel
Consular Section of Peru's Embassy in Israel:
Emergency phone: +972 527050868
Kuwait
Consular Section of Peru's Embassy in Kuwait:
Emergency phone: +965 60042612
Qatar
Consular Section of Peru's Embassy in Qatar:
Emergency phone: +974 5091 8673
Türkiye
Consular Section of Peru's Embassy in Türkiye (also accredited to Iran):
Emergency phone: +90 533 041 08 85
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