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Jaishankar Speaks With Iranian FM Amid Regional Tensions, India Issues Travel Alert

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar discussed the evolving regional situation with his Iranian counterpart, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, in a late-night call. Following the conversation, the Indian government issued a fresh advisory strongly urging its nationals to avoid all travel to Iran due to ongoing violent protests. The United States has similarly warned its citizens to depart Iran immediately, citing escalating unrest, arrests, and major transportation disruptions. The protests have resulted in casualties and prompted severe security measures, including internet blockages and flight cancellations.

Key Points: India-Iran Discuss Regional Situation, New Travel Advisory Issued

  • High-level diplomatic call between India and Iran
  • India issues strong travel advisory for its nationals
  • US warns citizens to leave Iran immediately
  • Protests causing violence, flight disruptions, and internet blockages
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EAM Jaishankar, Iranian counterpart discuss 'evolving situation' in and around Iran

EAM Jaishankar and Iranian FM Araghchi discuss evolving Iran situation. India strongly advises nationals against travel amid protests and US warnings.

"We discussed the evolving situation in and around Iran - EAM S Jaishankar"

New Delhi/Tehran, Jan 14 External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar received a call from Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi late Wednesday evening as both ministers discussed the "evolving situation" around Iran.

"Received a call from Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi. We discussed the evolving situation in and around Iran," EAM Jaishankar posted on X after the development.

The conversation took place shortly after New Delhi issued another advisory for the Indian nationals regarding travel to Iran owing to the recent developments in the country.

"In view of the ongoing developments in Iran, Indian nationals are once again strongly advised to avoid travel to the Islamic Republic of Iran until further notice," read the advisory issued by the Indian government.

Earlier on January 5, India had advised its nationals to avoid non-essential travel to Iran until further notice, owing to the recent developments in the country.

"Indian citizens and PIOs currently in Iran should exercise due caution, avoid areas of protests or demonstrations, and closely monitor news as well as the website and social media handles of the Embassy of India in Tehran," read an advisory issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

"Indian nationals living in Iran on resident-visas are advised to register with the Indian Embassy, if not already done so," it added.

Iran is witnessing violent protests in a number of cities, resulting in the killing of several people and rising tensions in the entire region.

The United States on Tuesday advised its citizens to "leave Iran now", asking them to consider departing Iran by land to Armenia or Turkey.

"Protests across Iran are escalating and may turn violent, resulting in arrests and injuries. Increased security measures, road closures, public transportation disruptions, and internet blockages are ongoing. The Government of Iran has restricted access to mobile, landline, and national internet networks. Airlines continue to limit or cancel flights to and from Iran, with several suspending service until Friday, January 16," read a security alert issued by the US Virtual Embassy in Iran.

- IANS

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Rohit P
India has to walk a diplomatic tightrope. We have good relations with Iran, but also with the US and Israel. Jaishankar ji's call shows we are monitoring the situation closely without taking sides. Smart diplomacy.
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Aman W
The situation sounds very tense. I have a cousin working in Tehran. Our family is worried, but he has registered with the embassy as advised. It's a relief to know our government has a plan. Safety first!
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Sarah B
While the advisory is important, I hope the MEA is also preparing contingency evacuation plans, like Operation Rahat during the Yemen crisis. We need to be ready to bring our people home if things get worse.
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Vikram M
This will definitely impact oil prices and our economy. India imports a significant amount of oil from the region. Hope the government has a strategy to deal with the potential economic fallout. Jai Hind.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, I feel the government's communication could be more detailed. Just saying "evolving situation" is vague. Citizens deserve to know what specific threats are being discussed, so they can make informed decisions.

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