India Evacuates Over 2,200 Citizens Amid Iran-Israel Conflict Vantage on Firstpost
India Evacuates Over 2,200 Citizens Amid Iran-Israel Conflict | Vantage on Firstpost | N18G
India Evacuates Over 2,200 Citizens Amid Iran-Israel Conflict | Vantage on Firstpost | N18G
India has launched a major evacuation mission, Operation Sindhu, to bring back its citizens caught in the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel. Over 2,200 Indians have been evacuated in a week, with special flights operating from Iran, Israel, Jordan, Armenia, and Turkmenistan. The mission comes amid continued missile exchanges, despite a ceasefire announced by former U.S. President Donald Trump. India used a mix of chartered, military, and diplomatic channels to ensure the safe return of its nationals. As tensions persist, India is prioritising swift and coordinated action to protect its citizens in the volatile region.
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