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The Embassy of Uzbekistan in Israel has issued an official statement to Uzbeks residing in the country. Diplomats have requested Uzbek citizens to avoid mass gatherings and limit visits to public places. This statement was made in light of the fact that Iran and its regional allies are preparing various scenarios in response to Israel for the assassination of the head of the political bureau of the Palestinian group Hamas, Ismail Haniyeh.
What Happened?
The Hamas leader died on the morning of August 31 in his residence in Tehran, where he had arrived for the inauguration of the new president of the Islamic Republic, Masoud Pezeshkian. Preliminary investigation results indicate Israel’s responsibility for Ismail Haniyeh’s death, who was killed by a missile strike, according to Iranian media. Israel has also been blamed for the assassination by leaders of Iran, Hamas, and the Lebanese Shiite movement Hezbollah. The Israeli government, however, has not officially acknowledged its involvement in the strike. According to the Italian military journalist Elijah Magnier, Israeli intelligence learned Haniyeh’s location through spyware installed on his phone via WhatsApp.
After the assassination of the head of the Hamas political bureau Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, Iran reserved the right to retaliate against Israel when it deems it “necessary and appropriate.” According to the media, Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei has already ordered a direct strike on enemy territory. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that the country “faces difficult days” and Israel “is prepared for any scenario.”
What Does the Embassy Say?
In light of the current security situation in Israel, the Embassy of Uzbekistan recommends taking the following precautions:
- Refrain from visiting certain areas of Israel.
- Stay updated with news and official announcements from Israeli authorities and the Embassy of Uzbekistan. Subscribe to notifications and alerts from the Home Front Command via their mobile application or website.
- Always carry identification documents and contact information for the Embassy of Uzbekistan. In emergency situations, this will help you receive assistance more quickly.
- If possible, avoid mass gatherings and limit visits to public places.
If urgent assistance or consultation is needed, contact the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Israel using the following contact information: Emergency phone numbers: 03-672-2466 03-672-2371 03-758-5075 03-758-5076
For urgent and emergency messages: 054 485 1397
Email: il.uzembassy@mfa.uz
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