India Urges Nationals in Israel to Seek Shelter Amid Iran Strikes

The Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv has issued an urgent advisory for all Indian nationals in Israel to exercise utmost caution and remain vigilant. It instructs citizens to stay near designated shelters, avoid non-essential travel, and monitor local news closely. This follows reported Israeli preventive missile strikes against Iran, with indications of U.S. involvement. A separate advisory was also issued for Indian nationals in Jordan, urging them to leave the country immediately.

Key Points: India Issues Advisory in Israel Amid Iran Strikes

  • Advisory for Indians in Israel to stay near shelters
  • Avoid non-essential travel within Israel
  • Embassy provides 24/7 emergency contact
  • Similar caution issued for Indians in Jordan
  • Strikes involve Israel and reportedly the US
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"Exercise utmost caution": Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv issues advisory for nationals

Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv advises nationals to exercise utmost caution, stay near shelters, and avoid non-essential travel following Israel-Iran strikes.

"All Indian nationals should remain in proximity to designated shelters - Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv"

Tel Aviv, February 28

As Israel and the US carried out joint military strikes in Iran, the Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv on Saturday issued an advisory calling for all Indian nationals in Israel to exercise utmost caution and remain vigilant at all times.

In a post on X, the Indian Embassy wrote, "All Indian nationals should remain in proximity to designated shelters and familiarise themselves with the nearest protected spaces in their area of residence or work. Indian nationals are advised to avoid all non-essential and unnecessary travel within Israel until further notice. Citizens are encouraged to monitor local news, official announcements, and emergency alerts regularly. In case of any emergency, Indian nationals may contact the Embassy of India, Tel Aviv, through the 24x7 helpline: Telephone: +972-54-7520711; E-mail: cons1.telaviv@mea.gov.in"

The advisory noted that the Embassy remains closely engaged with the relevant authorities and will continue to issue updates as necessary.

Also on Saturday, the Indian Embassy in Jordan issued an advisory in the wake of Israeli strikes into Iran, calling Indian nationals and tourists to exercise utmost caution and leave the country immediately before commercial flight operations are disrupted.

In a post on X, the Indian Embassy called for Indian nationals and tourists to exercise utmost caution and follow advisories issued by local authorities. It also issued a number to contact the embassy in the case of exigency- 00962-770 422 276.

Israel has launched a preventive missile attack against Iran on Saturday, as reported by TPS. Citizens have been advised to seek shelter as the IDF said that sirens were sounded across the nation as a proactive alert for the possibility of missiles being launched towards the country.

TPS further noted that Defence Minsiter Israel Katz announced that the preemptive strikes against Iran came to remove threats to the country.

The Israeli Defence Force called on the public to stay in proximity to protected spaces.

According to the Jerusalem Post, a security source confirmed to Walla that the United States is also involved in the strikes.

As per the Jerusalem Post, Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is not in Tehran and has been transferred to a "secure location", according to an Iranian official who confirmed to Reuters.

Iranian State Media also reported explosions in the capital city of Tehran.

- ANI

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Rohit P
This is very concerning. Many Indian students and professionals are in Israel. Hope everyone stays safe and contacts the embassy if needed. The helpline numbers are crucial.
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Aman W
While the advisory is necessary, I feel the government should also facilitate special flights if needed, not just tell people to leave Jordan before commercial flights stop. A bit more proactive support would be good.
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Sarah B
The situation seems to be escalating quickly. It's wise advice to avoid non-essential travel and stay near shelters. Praying for peace and the safety of all Indians there.
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Vikram M
Our embassies are doing their job well. In times like these, it's important for our people to stay calm, follow local news, and not panic. Jai Hind.
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Karthik V
Hope the families back home are not too worried. The communication from the embassy is clear and timely. Let's hope this conflict de-escalates soon for everyone's sake.

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