Avoid non-essential travel to Iraq: MEA issues travel advisory

Why is it in news?
  • India on Wednesday urged its nationals to avoid travelling to Iraq in view of the escalating tension and war-like situation in the West Asian region.
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  • MEA gives assurance: Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) assured that the Indian missions in Iraq will function normally to help Indians as the Ambassador of Iran here assured de-escalation and urged for mediation by India.
  • Statement by Iran envoy: Iran does not want escalation of tension and hostilities with the United States and is willing to consider if India wishes to mediate.
Source
The Hindu




Posted by Jawwad Kazi on 9th Jan 2020