Indian Embassy Security Advisory For Indian Nationals In Israel Amid Middle East Tensions

A security advisory was issued by the Embassy of India in Israel on Friday, advising all Indian citizens in Israel to exercise extreme caution and adhere to safety guidelines amidst the deteriorating security situation in the Middle East.

"In view of the prevailing situation in the region, all Indian nationals in Israel are advised to stay vigilant and adhere to the safety protocols as advised by the local authorities," was stated by the embassy in a post on X (formerly Twitter).

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Indian Embassy Security Advisory - Be Caution

Indian nationals were also advised by the embassy to avoid unnecessary travel within the country and stay close to safety shelters. It was added by the embassy that the situation is being closely monitored and regular contact is being maintained with the Israeli authorities to ensure the safety of all Indian nationals.

Tensions in the Middle East have escalated due to the Israel-Hamas war, particularly after fears of retaliation from Iran following the killing of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran. On July 30 evening, an Israeli airstrike resulted in the death of Hezbollah's top commander Fuad Shukr and leader Hassan Nasrallah. Israel also confirmed on August 1 that Mohammed Deif, head of Hamas' military wing, was killed in an airstrike in Gaza in July.

A threat of "harsh punishment" for his killing was issued by Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Hezbollah fired rockets at northern Israel on July 30. Hezbollah claimed it launched dozens of Katyusha rockets "in response to the Israeli enemy's attack on the southern village of Shama that killed a number of civilians."

Air India has suspended all flights to and from Tel Aviv effective immediately until August 8 amid the escalation of the Israel-Hamas conflict. "We are closely monitoring the situation and providing support to passengers with confirmed bookings during this period, offering a one-time waiver on rescheduling and cancellation charges," stated Air India.

Due to escalating tensions in the region, airlines are avoiding Iranian and Lebanese airspace and cancelling flights to Israel and Lebanon.