We have 300,000 UK nationals, including Scottish citizens, in the region [Middle East].

The UK Government's own estimate matches: Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper stated (statement on the Middle East conflict, 17 March 2026) that 'at the outset of this crisis, more than 300,000 British citizens were in the region', many of whom were stuck when air strikes started and airspace closed. The figure cited at PMQs on 11 March 2026 is the same government estimate.

▸ Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (gov.uk) — Foreign Secretary statement on the Middle East conflict: 17 March

Checked Wed 1 Jul, 09:58 · Broadcast: PMQs: Prime Minister's Questions - 11 March 2026

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