Israel-Palestine Conflict: India on Saturday issued an advisory for its nationals who are currently in Israel after Hamas launched an attack on the country, with members of the Palestinian militant outfit reportedly infiltrating the Israeli territory. Sirens sounded across Israel, including Jerusalem, as barrage of rockets were unleashed from the Palestinian territory of Gaza Strip, the Israeli Defence Forces informed. 

"In view of the current situation in Israel, all Indian nationals in Israel are requested to remain vigilant, and observe safety protocols as advised by local authorities. Please exercise caution, avoid unnecessary movement and stay close to safety shelters," the Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv said in a statement.

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The embassy also issued an emergency contact number for Indian nationals. "In case of emergency, please contact us at +97235226748, or leave a message at cons1.telaviv@mea.gov.in," the statement from the embassy read. "For additional information, please see the Israeli Home Front Command website (https://www.oref.org.il/en) or their preparedness brochure," the embassy further suggested.

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A senior Hamas military commander claimed that at least 5,000 rockets were launched towards Israel in the latest Palestinian operation. "This is the day of the greatest battle end the last occupation on earth," said Hamas commander Mohammad Deif. He further claimed that as many as 5,000 rockets had been launched as part of the latest operation against Israel.

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Meanwhile, the IDF said in a post on X (formerly Twitter), "Israelis across the country-on Shabbat and the holiday of Simchat Torah-woke up to sirens sounding and Hamas firing rockets at them from Gaza this morning. We will defend ourselves."

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According to The Times of Israel, four people have lost their lives so far in the Hamas rocket fire from the Gaza Strip. Israeli media reported that gunmen had opened fire on passersby in the town of Sderot, in southern Israel, and footage circulating on social media appeared to show clashes in city streets.


(With inputs from Reuters)

 

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