Tehran: Indian Embassy issues additional helpline numbers amid tensions in region
Indian Embassy in Iran issued additional helpline numbers for the assistance of Indian citizens after Iran launched over 300 missiles and drones on Israel.
In a post on social media platform X, the Indian Embassy in Iran wrote, «Embassy of India in Tehran has activated additional helpline numbers. For any assistance, please contact the Embassy at: +989128109115; +989128109109; +989932179567; +989932179359; +98-21-88755103-5; cons.tehran@mea.gov.in»
Iran, on Saturday, attacked Israel with more than 300 projectiles, in response to an attack on its consulate in Syria.
With the latest escalation between Iran and the West, the Ministry of External Affairs issued a travel advisory to Indian citizens on Friday and asked them to refrain from travelling to both countries until further notice.
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Earlier today, US President Joe Biden condemned Iran's attack on Israeli soil, adding that he will convene G7 leaders on Monday to coordinate a united diplomatic response.
Meanwhile, Israel's Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said on Sunday that the confrontation between Iran and Israel is «not over yet.» His remarks came after Iran launched an attack on Israel the previous night.
Gallant said that Israel was attacked with missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles and Israel Defence Forces (IDF) thwarted the attack. He urged Israelis to remain «alert and attentive» to the instructions issued by the IDF and Homefront Command.
However, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, Sardar Bagheri, has said
