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2 Indians Killed in Oman Attack Amid West Asia Conflict, MEA Confirms

Two Indian nationals were killed and several others injured in an attack in Sohar, Oman, as confirmed by the Ministry of External Affairs. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal expressed condolences and stated the Indian mission is in touch with local authorities and the employer to assist those affected. The incident occurs amid escalating tensions and security concerns in the West Asian region, which hosts a large Indian diaspora. The report follows high-level diplomatic conversations between Indian and Iranian officials regarding the regional crisis.

Key Points: 2 Indians Killed in Oman Attack, MEA Provides Assistance

  • Two Indian nationals killed in Oman
  • Several other Indians injured in Sohar attack
  • Indian mission providing assistance to victims
  • Incident amid heightened West Asia tensions
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West Asia conflict: 2 Indian nationals killed, several injured in Oman attack

Two Indian nationals killed, several injured in an attack in Sohar, Oman. MEA confirms, offers condolences, and is providing assistance amid West Asia tensions.

"We lost two Indian nationals today in an attack in Sohar, Oman, in the ongoing conflict in West Asia. - Randhir Jaiswal"

New Delhi, March 13

Two Indian nationals were killed and several others injured in an attack in Oman's Sohar amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday.

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a post on X that the Indian mission in Oman is in contact with local authorities and the employer company and is providing assistance to those affected.

"We lost two Indian nationals today in an attack in Sohar, Oman, in the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Several other Indian nationals were also injured. We express our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased and wish a speedy recovery to the injured," Jaiswal said.

He added that the Indian embassy in Oman is closely monitoring the situation and extending all possible help to the victims and their families.

"Our Mission in Oman is in touch with the local authorities as well as the employer company and is extending all possible assistance," the MEA spokesperson said.

The incident comes amid heightened tensions and security concerns in parts of West Asia, where ongoing hostilities have affected several areas and raised concerns about the safety of foreign nationals working in the region.

Sohar, an industrial port city in Oman, hosts a number of industrial facilities and employs a large expatriate workforce, including many Indian nationals working in various sectors.

India maintains a sizeable diaspora presence in Oman, with hundreds of thousands of Indians employed across sectors such as construction, industry, services and trade.

The Indian embassy in Muscat regularly coordinates with Omani authorities and employers to address issues related to the welfare and safety of Indian workers in the country.

Earlier on Friday, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar held another telephonic conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, discussing bilateral cooperation and matters concerning BRICS, where India is the current chair and Iran a member of the grouping.

This marked the fourth such conversation between the two ministers amid the escalating crisis involving Iran, the United States and Israel.

The interaction followed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday night to review the serious situation unfolding in the West Asian region.

Taking to social media platform X on Friday, EAM Jaishankar said: "Had another conversation with Iranian FM Seyed Abbas Araghchi yesterday night. Discussed bilateral matters as well as BRICS-related issues."

According to the Iranian Foreign Ministry, Araghchi briefed EAM Jaishankar on the latest situation resulting from the "acts of aggression and atrocities" committed by the United States and the Israeli regime against Iran, as well as the consequences for regional and global stability and security.

- IANS

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Priya S
Very sad. Oman is generally considered one of the safer Gulf countries. This shows how the West Asia conflict is spilling over and putting our diaspora at risk everywhere. Hope the injured recover soon and the embassy provides all necessary help.
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Rahul R
Our MEA and embassies do good work in these situations, but we need a stronger, more proactive foreign policy. Simply reacting after Indians are killed isn't enough. We must use our diplomatic weight to ensure the safety of our citizens abroad as a top priority.
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Aman W
Thoughts and prayers with the families. This is why we need to focus on creating more job opportunities within India itself. So many skilled and hardworking people shouldn't have to risk their lives in unstable regions just to provide for their families.
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Michael C
A terrible incident. The speed of the MEA's response and the ongoing contact with Omani authorities is commendable. Hope the employer company also steps up to fully support the victims' families financially and logistically.
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Kavya N
Om Shanti. 🙏 It's frightening for the families who have loved ones working in the Gulf. The article mentions regular coordination, but maybe it's time for stricter safety protocols and mandatory risk assessments for Indian workers in conflict-prone areas, even in otherwise stable countries like Oman.

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