Fresh Israeli assaults on Iran have amplified instability across the Middle East, prompting grave international apprehensions for civilian lives. In India, the narrative centers on evacuating and securing expatriates, with key figures voicing urgent appeals.
On X, Congress stalwart Shashi Tharoor shared his MEA engagement, noting region-wide advisories for Indians. He sensibly recommended avoiding proximity to US and partner bases during strikes, citing an Asian casualty in Abu Dhabi as a cautionary tale. ‘Friends, stay safe,’ he concluded.
Fellow Congress MP KC Venugopal underscored the dread from Israel-US joint efforts, affecting droves of Indians including Kerala workers. Urging PM Modi and MEA for diplomatic heft and logistical support, he stressed safe repatriation channels for those most endangered and homesick.
Kashmir’s Mirwaiz Umar Farooq lambasted the aggression, linking it to unpunished Israeli acts against Palestinians and US backing, portending a fiery regional war imperiling global order. His blessings went to enduring Iranians facing the brunt.
Australia’s firm position against Iranian oppression—from missile and nuclear programs to proxy terror and 2024 homeland attacks on Jews—led to bold countermeasures: ambassador expulsion, Tehran mission suspension, and IRGC terrorism designation. This brewing storm tests diplomatic resolve, with India’s proactive stance vital for its citizens’ welfare amid unfolding events.