Muscat, 28 February (H.S.):

The Indian Embassy in Oman released an urgent safety advisory for its nationals amid escalating regional tensions, coinciding with Iran's bold claim of striking 14 US military bases across the Middle East, allegedly killing hundreds of American troops.

Citing the prevailing security environment, the advisory instructs all Indian citizens in Oman to refrain from non-essential travel, maintain heightened vigilance, and adhere strictly to guidelines from local authorities and the Embassy. Nationals are urged to monitor official updates and ignore unverified rumors.

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The mission assured full support for the Indian community's welfare.

Tehran asserted it hammered 14 US installations in retaliation for US-Israel strikes under Operation Epic Fury and Operation Roaring Lion, which targeted Iran's leadership compounds in Tehran and nuclear sites. Iranian state media claimed hundreds of US casualties, though Pentagon sources dismissed these as exaggerated propaganda.

Explosions rocked Gulf hubs—Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Doha—triggering flight suspensions and air defense activations.Trump Commands from Mar-a-LagoPresident Trump, overseeing operations from Florida's Mar-a-Lago with his national security team, called the campaign massive and ongoing to neutralize nuclear threats and inspire regime change. He spoke with PM Netanyahu amid UN Security Council emergency sessions and global ceasefire pleas.

Oman's advisory reflects broader Indian diaspora precautions (8M+ in Gulf), with DGCA banning flights over 11 airspaces. Analysts warn of Hormuz disruptions spiking oil prices, as proxies like Houthis threaten shipping lanes.

Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar