Iranians Stand Firm Amidst West Asia War, Refuse to Flee; Turkey Border Remains Empty
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Iranians Defy Death: Borders Empty Despite War Fears
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News18•08-03-2026, 17:08
Iranians Defy Death: Borders Empty Despite War Fears
•Despite war fears and open borders, the Kapikoy border between Turkey and Iran remains surprisingly empty.
•Iranians show strong attachment to their homeland, unwilling to abandon their lives, memories, and deep roots in cities like Tehran.
•Many, like plastic surgeon Reza Gol, travel for work or short breaks, not permanent escape, while others like Puneh Asgari, a Canadian citizen, hope to return soon.
•Poverty prevents many from fleeing, as sanctions and war have left them without the means to leave their homes.
•Turkey prepared for a mass exodus, but data shows many Iranians who cross the border also return, reflecting a deep-rooted resilience and historical experience with conflict.