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6 hours ago
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Emergency helpline numbers issued for Indians living in Israel amid missile attacks from Iran
The India Embassy in Israel has issued helpline numbers for Indian nationals, urging them to stay vigilant and follow safety protocols amid the ongoing tensions with Israel. They are advised to avoid unnecessary travel and remain near safety shelters. In a post on the social media platform X, the embassy shared the helpline numbers and wrote, 'We are continuously monitoring the evolving situation including the safety of Indians nationals. In case of any emergency, please contact the 24*7 helpline of the Embassy: *Telephone* +972 54-7520711, +972 54-3278392, *Email* While sharing precautionary measures, the embassy said, 'In view of the prevailing situation in the region, all Indian nationals in Israel are advised to stay vigilant and adhere to the safety protocols as advised by the Israeli authorities and home front command ( Please exercise caution, avoid unnecessary travel within the country and stay close to safety shelters."
India Gazette
a day ago
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- India Gazette
Indian Embassy in Israel issues safety advisory amid regional tensions, urges vigilance and caution
Tel Aviv [Israel], June 13 (ANI): The Embassy of India in Israel on Friday issued an advisory for Indian nationals amid heightened regional tensions. In a post on social media platform X, the official handle @indemtel stated, 'In view of the prevailing situation in the region, all Indian nationals in Israel are advised to stay vigilant and adhere to the safety protocols as advised by the Israeli authorities and home front command ( Please exercise caution, avoid unnecessary travel within the country and stay close to safety shelters.' The advisory was issued as tensions escalated sharply following Israel's preemptive strike on Iran. According to The Times of Israel, Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz confirmed the strike and declared a nationwide emergency in light of the unfolding developments. 'Following the State of Israel's preemptive strike against Iran, a missile and drone attack against the State of Israel and its civilian population is expected in the immediate future,' The Times of Israel quoted Katz as saying. Katz said he signed 'a special order, according to which a special state of emergency will be imposed in the home front throughout the entire State of Israel.' 'You must obey the instructions of the Home Front Command and the authorities and remain in the protected areas,' Katz added, as per The Times of Israel. Sirens wailed across Israel as the Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened his security cabinet, as Israel began the airstrikes. As per the Times of Israel, the IDF Home Front Command clarified that the sirens that wailed across Israel were intended to convey to Israelis that the country is entering 'a new situation,' the Home Front Command's Tzvika Tessler clarified. There has been no attack launched at Israel at this time, he says. Tessler said that, in the coming few hours, Israel could experience 'a significant attack from the east.' These could be 'heavy missiles' that could reach anywhere in the country. 'We will give far-reaching warnings,' he said. The IDF confirmed that it launched an aerial campaign against Iran's nuclear program, as per the Times of Israel. Dozens of targets across Iran related to the nuclear programme and other military facilities are being struck by the Israeli Air Force, it says. The operation is dubbed 'Nation of Lions.' The IDF said that Iran has enough enriched uranium to build several bombs within days, and it needs to act against this 'imminent threat.' Sirens that sounded across Israel a short while ago were a preemptive warning issued by the IDF, ahead of a possible reaction by Iran. (ANI)
United News of India
a day ago
- Politics
- United News of India
India urges restraint as Iran-Israel tensions escalate
New Delhi, June 13 (UNI) Amid rising tensions between Iran and Israel, India has expressed deep concern over recent developments, including reports of attacks on nuclear facilities and urged both sides to refrain from any further escalation. In an official statement issued here, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) called on both nations to refrain from any further escalation and urged the use of existing diplomatic channels to de-escalate the situation and address underlying issues. 'We are deeply concerned at the recent developments between Iran and Israel. We are closely monitoring the evolving situation, including reports related to attacks on nuclear sites,' the MEA said in a statement. 'India urges both sides to avoid any escalatory steps. Existing channels of dialogue and diplomacy should be utilised to work towards a de-escalation of the situation and resolving underlying issues. India enjoys close and friendly relations with both the countries and stands ready to extend all possible support," the statement said. Moreover, the MEA also said that Indian Missions in both countries are in touch with the Indian community. All Indian nationals residing in the region have been advised to remain vigilant, follow local security advisories, and prioritise their safety. 'Our Missions in both countries are in contact with the Indian community. All Indian nationals in the region are advised to exercise caution, stay safe and follow local security advisories.' The statement added. Meanwhile, the Indian Embassy in Israel has advised all Indian nationals there to stay vigilant and adhere to the safety protocols as advised by the Israeli authorities and home front command ( It has also urged them to, "exercise caution, avoid unnecessary travel within the country and stay close to safety shelters". Moreover, the Indian Embassy in Iran too has advised its nationals to remain vigilant, avoid all non-essential movements and strictly adhere to safety protocols issued by local authorities. In strikes termed Operation Rising Lion, many Israeli fighter jets launched aerial assaults in Iran, pounding multiple high-value nuclear and military targets. Chief among them was Iran's key uranium enrichment site at Natanz. Iranian state television later confirmed the death of Maj Gen Hossein Salami, chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), in what it called "a direct assassination by Zionist forces'. UNI RBE PRS
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
India expresses concern after Israeli air strikes on Iran, urges both to avoid escalatory steps
New Delhi: India on Friday expressed deep concern after Israel launched waves of air strikes on Iranian military and nuclear sites and urged both countries to avoid escalatory steps. Earlier, the Indian missions in Tehran and Tel Aviv advised thousands of Indian nationals in both countries to remain vigilant and stay safe following the Israeli air strikes. The Israeli military carried out at least two waves of air strikes that targeted locations in the cities of Tehran, Natanz, Tabriz, Isfahan, Arak and Kermanshah. Iran's state-run media reported that several nuclear scientists and Hossein Salami, commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, were among those killed in the Israeli strikes. Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned that Israel 'must expect severe punishment' for the 'crime' of attacking the country and killing several commanders and scientists. 'We are deeply concerned at the recent developments between Iran and Israel,' the external affairs ministry said in a statement. 'India urges both sides to avoid any escalatory steps. Existing channels of dialogue and diplomacy should be utilised to work towards a de-escalation of the situation and resolving underlying issues,' the statement said. The statement noted that India 'enjoys close and friendly relations with both the countries and stands ready to extend all possible support'. The Indian side is closely monitoring the evolving situation, including 'reports related to attacks on nuclear sites'. Indian embassies in both countries are in contact with the Indian community, and all Indian nationals in the region were advised to 'exercise caution, stay safe and follow local security advisories'. A social media post by the Indian embassy in Tehran said: 'In view of the current situation in Iran, all Indian nationals & persons of Indian origin in Iran are requested to remain vigilant, avoid all unnecessary movements, follow the Embassy's Social Media accounts & observe safety protocols as advised by local authorities.' Another social media post by the Indian embassy in Tel Aviv stated that 'all Indian nationals in Israel are advised to stay vigilant and adhere to the safety protocols as advised by the Israeli authorities and home front command ( because of the prevailing situation in the region. 'Please exercise caution, avoid unnecessary travel within [Israel] and stay close to safety shelters,' the advisory said. Iran is currently home to more than 4,000 Indians, mostly students, academics and petty traders. They are mostly concentrated in Tehran and a few other cities. The number of Indians in Israel has swelled to more than 32,000 in recent months after Israeli authorities increased the hiring of Indian blue collar workers to replace Palestinians in sectors such as care-giving and construction. Indians living in Israel are spread across the country. People familiar with the matter said there were no immediate plans to evacuate Indian nationals from both countries. The situation is being closely monitored and all steps are being taken to ensure the well-being of Indian nationals, they said. The scale and scope of Friday's air strikes by Israel was much greater than tit-for-tat attacks carried out in 2024. In April 2024, Iran launched missiles and drones at Israel after the bombing of the Iranian embassy in Damascus. This was followed by another round of hostilities last October, after Israel assassinated Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Israel responded on both occasions by targeting Iranian infrastructure and military facilities.
Mint
a day ago
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India Embassy warns Indian nationals in Israel to ‘stay close to safety shelters' amid escalating tensions with Iran
Riya R Alex Updated 13 Jun 2025, 07:49 AM IST Mint Image Indian Embassy in Israel posted on X, 'In view of the prevailing situation in the region, all Indian nationals in Israel are advised to stay vigilant and adhere to the safety protocols as advised by the Israeli authorities and home front command ( *Please exercise caution, avoid unnecessary travel within the country and stay close to safety shelters.' Stay updated with the latest Trending, India , World and United States news. Get breaking news and key updates here on Mint! Business NewsNewsIndia Embassy warns Indian nationals in Israel to 'stay close to safety shelters' amid escalating tensions with Iran More Less
