Indian Embassy Urges Vigilance Amid Rising Tensions in Israel

The Indian Embassy in Israel has advised its nationals to stay vigilant amid rising tensions following the assassinations of key leaders from Hamas and Hezbollah. The advisory emphasized caution, provided emergency contact details, and highlighted flight cancellations amid threats to regional safety.

The Indian embassy in Israel issued an advisory on Friday urging all Indian nationals to exercise caution and follow local safety protocols. This follows the recent assassinations of senior Hamas leaders Ismail Haniyeh and Mohammed Deif, and Hezbollah commander Fouad Shukur, escalating regional tensions.

Haniyeh was killed in Iran, Deif in Gaza, and Shukur in Lebanon. The Indian mission warned of severe threats to Israel and advised Indians to limit travel and stay near safety shelters. The embassy is in constant touch with Israeli authorities to ensure the safety of Indian nationals.

Contact details for emergency assistance, including phone numbers and email, were provided. The advisory comes amid cancelled flights by Air India and other airlines, raising further concerns over regional safety. The Embassy in Beirut similarly advised against travel to Lebanon, owing to the deteriorating situation since last year's Hamas attack on Israel.

(With inputs from agencies.)