Jaishankar also had a conversation with Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz, where he shared concern at the developments and discussed the larger regional situation.Amidst heightened use of missiles and drones between Iran and Israel, India has expressed concern over the situation around the region.”We are seriously concerned at the escalation of hostilities between Israel and Iran which threatens peace and security in the region. We call for immediate de-escalation, exercise of restraint, stepping back from violence and return to the path of diplomacy,” said a statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).India has also said that it is closely monitoring the evolving situation.”Our embassies in the region are in close touch with the Indian community. It is vital that security and stability are maintained in the region,” the MEA added.It may be recalled that last week, India had issued an advisory for its citizens to avoid travelling to both countries. It also asked its citizens in both countries to register with the embassies there.



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