Israel under attack: Indian Embassy issues advisory amid Iranian missile strikes, issues helpline numbers

By Sunita IyerFirst Published Oct 1, 2024, 11:00 PM IST
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In the wake of escalating tensions and missile strikes launched by Iran targeting Israel on Tuesday, the Indian Embassy in Israel has issued an urgent advisory for all Indian nationals currently in the country.

In the wake of escalating tensions and missile strikes launched by Iran targeting Israel on Tuesday, the Indian Embassy in Israel has issued an urgent advisory for all Indian nationals currently in the country. The advisory calls on Indian citizens to remain vigilant and strictly adhere to the safety protocols issued by local Israeli authorities.

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The advisory emphasizes the need for all Indian nationals to exercise extreme caution, stay close to safety shelters, and avoid unnecessary travel. With missile sirens sounding across major Israeli cities such as Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and other regions, the embassy has taken swift action to ensure the safety and security of the Indian community in Israel.

RAW FOOTAGE: Watch as Iranian missiles rain over the Old City in Jerusalem, a holy site for Muslims, Christians and Jews.

This is the target of the Iranian regime: everyone. pic.twitter.com/rIqUZWN3zy

— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF)

All Israeli civilians are in bomb shelters as rockets from Iran are fired at Israel. pic.twitter.com/bKXPdqMsBr

— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF)

"As the situation continues to unfold, all Indian nationals in Israel are strongly advised to remain vigilant and follow the safety protocols issued by Israeli authorities. Please avoid unnecessary movement and stay close to safety shelters," the advisory reads.

The Indian Embassy has reassured citizens that it is closely monitoring the situation in cooperation with Israeli authorities. Emergency contact numbers have been provided for those in need of immediate assistance or information.

In the event of an emergency, the Indian Embassy has issued the following 24x7 helplines for assistance:

  • Telephone:
    • +972-547520711
    • +972-543278392
  • Email: cons1.telaviv@mea.gov.in

Indian nationals who have not yet registered with the embassy are encouraged to do so immediately through the online registration link provided by the embassy: https://forms.gle/ftp3DEXgJwH8XVRdA

: Indian Embassy in Israel issues advisory asking Indian Nationals to stay vigilant & adhere to the safety protocols of local authorities. Stay close to safety shelters & avoid unnecessary travel. Emergency numbers issued. Advisory issued as Iran begins attack on Israel. pic.twitter.com/OmzXaqfXSk

— Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul)

The advisory follows a series of ballistic missile launches by Iran, targeting several areas across Israel, including major cities like Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Israeli authorities have confirmed that over 100 missiles have been fired, triggering air raid sirens and leading to widespread calls for civilians to take shelter. Although there have been no reported casualties at this stage, the situation remains highly volatile.

Footage of ballistic missiles arriving in Israel sent by the Islamic regime in Iran and there are reports of missile hit or fragment of one falling in Tel Aviv. Updates to follow. This is the fourth round of sirens in Tel Aviv tonight. ❤️‍🩹 pic.twitter.com/Vn25OpIBpk

— Emily Schrader - אמילי שריידר امیلی شریدر (@emilykschrader)

BREAKING: Iran's Ballistic Missiles have reportedly hit Tel Aviv! pic.twitter.com/AzbsNffkwU

— Sensei Kraken Zero (@YearOfTheKraken)

🚨🇮🇱🇮🇷BREAKING: FOOTAGE OF IRAN'S MASSIVE MISSILE ATTACK

Iran and Middle East Social Channels Posting:

"NASRALLAH, KHAMENEI

DEATH TO ISRAEL

UNPRECEDENTED MOMENT RIGHT NOW

RESISTANCE SECURITY FORCES"

Source: TG https://t.co/wiEiBBzeST pic.twitter.com/dfhNG1VP0W

— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal)

: Iranian ballistic missiles launched at Israel are visible in the skies of Iran. https://t.co/9kGGCB3kj9 pic.twitter.com/gBpQGjdyA3

— Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul)

Meanwhile, Israel has shut down air travel in and out of the country, and Iraq, which lies directly to the east of Israel’s easterly neighbor Jordan, has shut down its air space.

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Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the primary military branch of Iran, has stated that the recent missile barrage targeting Israel is in direct retaliation for the deaths of key leaders of Hezbollah and Hamas, Iran's primary proxy groups in the region.

The IRGC claims that the missile launches are in response to Israel's killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, who was assassinated in Tehran in July, and the recent deaths of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Lebanon and the IRGC's deputy commander, Abbas Nilforoushan, last week. While the exact number of missiles that have reached their targets remains unclear, witnesses report seeing missiles flying overhead.

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