Tue. Feb 18th, 2025

The Indian embassy in Israel has advised Indian nationals residing in the country, which is currently under attack by Hamas militants, to “remain vigilant” and follow the safety protocols issued by local authorities. Israel’s army is engaged in a fight against Gaza militants who have entered Israel through various means, including paragliders, after launching a barrage of rockets from the Palestinian enclave. The Indian embassy in Israel has urged all Indian nationals in the country to exercise caution, avoid unnecessary movement, and seek shelter in safe locations. The embassy also shared important advisory information for Indian nationals in Israel through a tweet. Israel army spokesperson Richard Hecht confirmed that there have been casualties and mentioned the ongoing ground operations. Israel is preparing to mobilize thousands of military reservists in Gaza, as well as in areas near Lebanon, Syria, and the occupied West Bank. The spokesperson emphasized the significance of the current situation, stating that they are considering all arenas. According to the spokesperson, at least 2,200 rockets have been fired from Gaza, although Hamas militants claim the number is over 5,000. The article concludes by mentioning that Israel instituted a blockade of Gaza in 2007, following Hamas’ control, and that there have been multiple cross-border conflicts since then. The information in the article is from AFP.

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