Indian Embassy Issues Alert for Citizens in Iran Amid Rising Tensions
Alert from the Indian Embassy
On Friday, the Indian Embassy in Iran urged all Indian nationals and individuals of Indian descent to remain vigilant following the recent 'Rising Lion' attack in Tehran.
The Embassy recommended that Indians limit their outings unless absolutely necessary and adhere to safety guidelines provided by local authorities.
Embassy Advisory Details
Given the escalating situation in Iran, the Embassy has requested that all Indian citizens and persons of Indian origin stay alert, refrain from unnecessary travel, follow the Embassy's social media updates, and comply with safety measures as outlined by local officials.
⚠️ADVISORY
— India in Iran (@India_in_Iran) June 13, 2025
In view of the current situation in Iran, all Indian nationals & persons of Indian origin in Iran are requested to remain vigilant, avoid all unnecessary movements, follow the Embassy’s Social Media accounts & observe safety protocols as advised by local authorities.
The Embassy has also provided emergency contact numbers for Indians in Iran: +98 9128109115
+98 9128109109.
Israel's Attack on Iran's Nuclear Facilities
On the same day, Israel launched an attack targeting Iran's nuclear and military installations, following a warning from US President Donald Trump about the potential for a significant conflict in the area.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed that the operation focused on critical components of Iran's nuclear program, including the Natanz facility and certain nuclear scientists. He stated, “The operation against Iran will continue as many days as it takes.”
An Israeli security source indicated that Iran’s Chief of Staff, Mohammad Bagheri, was likely killed in the attack.
Reports from Iranian state media indicated that several residential areas in Tehran were struck, resulting in civilian casualties, including women and children.
State television showed images of smoke and fire at a significant base of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards, with explosions reported in Natanz, a central Iranian city.
Additionally, Iranian media claimed that the head of the Revolutionary Guards, Hossein Salami, was also among those killed.
In response to the attacks, flights were suspended at Tehran's Imam Khomeini International Airport, and Iraq closed its airspace, halting all flights. Israel declared a state of emergency and restricted its airspace, with Defence Minister Israel Katz warning of potential retaliation from Iran.