
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.
More in news
- 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