Indian Embassy Issues Safety Advisory for Nationals in Israel
The Indian embassy in Tel Aviv, Israel, has issued a safety advisory for Indian nationals in light of the current situation in the Middle East. The embassy urges all Indian citizens to remain vigilant and adhere to necessary safety precautions.
Authorities Call for Increased Vigilance
Authorities have urged citizens to remain alert and follow all necessary safety protocols. This includes staying informed about the latest developments, avoiding unnecessary travel within the country, and staying close to safety shelters.
Military Operations in Lebanon
On Monday, Israel's military initiated "limited, localised and targeted raids" against Hezbollah in south Lebanon's border areas. This comes after missiles originating from Iran were fired towards Israel.
Air Raid Sirens Activated
Air raid sirens have been heard in Tel Aviv, with additional warning sirens being activated in Jerusalem. The Indian embassy is closely monitoring the situation and remains in regular touch with the Israeli authorities to ensure the safety of all Indian nationals.
Iranian Retaliation
Iran's missile attack on Israel comes days after the militant outfit's commander Hassan Nasrallah and a top official from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard were killed in Israel strikes in Beirut.
Embassy Statement
"Please exercise caution, avoid unnecessary travel within the country and stay close to safety shelters. The Embassy is closely monitoring the situation and remains in regular touch with the Israeli authorities to ensure the safety of all our nationals," the Indian embassy said.