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The Indian Air Force successfully evacuated 268 citizens from Israel via Egypt as part of Operation Sindhu. Union Minister L. Murugan welcomed the returnees in Delhi, bringing the total rescued to 594. The MEA confirmed coordinated efforts to assist Indians in conflict zones, including Nepal and Sri Lanka nationals. The government continues monitoring the situation while ensuring safe repatriation from both Israel and Iran.

Key Points: IAF Evacuates 268 Indians from Israel in Operation Sindhu

  • IAF C-17 flight lands in Delhi with 268 evacuees from Sharm-El-Sheikh
  • Total repatriations from Israel now at 594 under Operation Sindhu
  • MoS Murugan welcomes returnees as MEA coordinates efforts
  • Nepal and Sri Lanka nationals also evacuated alongside Indians
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Operation Sindhu: IAF brings home 268 Indian nationals from Israel

IAF C-17 brings home 268 Indians from Israel via Egypt, totaling 594 rescued under Operation Sindhu.

"We are closely monitoring the situation and are committed to providing all possible assistance to our citizens in Iran and Israel. – MoS L. Murugan"

New Delhi, June 24

The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Tuesday brought back 286 Indian nationals, who were residing in Israel, from Sharm-El-Sheikh, Egypt, bringing the total number of citizens coming home from Israel to 594.

Union Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs L. Murugan welcomed the Indian nationals upon their arrival in New Delhi.

This is the second IAF flight bringing back the Indians from Israel. Earlier in the day, an IAF flight carrying 165 Indians had arrived in the National Capital.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) took to X and posted, "268 Indian nationals who returned in the third flight from Israel were received by MoS L. Murugan. The IAF C-17 flight from Sharm-El-Sheikh, Egypt, landed in Delhi at 1100 hrs on June 24. 594 Indians have returned so far from Israel as part of Operation Sindhu."

The IAF joined in the operations with its C-17 aircraft to evacuate the Indian nationals and the citizens of friendly nations, including Nepal and Sri Lanka, from war-hit Israel and bring them back home to safety.

Earlier in the day, before the IAF aircraft landed in India, the MEA announced that the Israel leg of Operation Sindhu started on Monday, June 23, via Jordan, marking its first successful repatriation flight, with 161 citizens landing in New Delhi from Amman on Tuesday morning.

"We are closely monitoring the situation and are committed to providing all possible and necessary assistance to our citizens in Iran and Israel. Under Operation Sindhu, all the nationals are arriving safely," the MoS added.

Meanwhile, a similar evacuation process continued in Iran, and so far, according to the MEA, 2295 Indian nationals have been brought back home.

The Government of India has launched Operation Sindhu, a strategic evacuation initiative to repatriate Indian nationals stranded in both countries.

-- IANS

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Proud of our IAF and MEA for this swift operation! 🇮🇳 This shows how seriously India takes the safety of its citizens abroad. Special respect for bringing Nepali and Sri Lankan nationals too - that's true regional leadership.
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Priya M.
While I appreciate the evacuation efforts, I hope the government is also working on long-term solutions for Indians working in conflict zones. Many go there because of limited opportunities here. #ThinkLongTerm
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Amit S.
Operation Sindhu is a great example of India's growing global capabilities. Remember how we struggled during Gulf War evacuations? Now we're helping not just Indians but our neighbors too. Big progress!
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Neha T.
My cousin was on the first flight back. She said the IAF personnel were so professional and caring. They even arranged special meals for elderly passengers. Such heartwarming details ❤️
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Sanjay R.
Good job by the government, but I have one question - why are so many Indians still working in high-risk countries? We need better job creation at home to prevent such situations.
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Kavita P.
The inclusion of Nepali and Sri Lankan citizens shows India's commitment to 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (world is one family). More such cooperation needed in South Asia! 🙏

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