Shortly after the announcement of a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, the Indian Embassy in Iran issued a warning on Wednesday urging Indian citizens in the country to leave promptly using designated routes provided by the Embassy.
This marks the second advisory from the embassy since April 7, following remarks from U.S. President Donald Trump, who had threatened military action against Iranian infrastructure.
In a message posted on X, the embassy stated, “In continuation of the advisory from April 7, 2026, and considering the latest developments, Indian nationals currently in Iran are strongly encouraged to exit the country swiftly, in coordination with the Embassy and utilizing the recommended routes.”
The embassy also emphasized that individuals should not attempt to approach any international borders without first consulting and coordinating with the Embassy. “It is again reiterated that there should be no attempt to approach any international land border without prior consultation and coordination with the Embassy,” the statement read.
Additionally, the embassy provided emergency contact numbers and an email address for assistance: +98912810⎛ +98912810⎕ +98912810⎎ +989932179359, Email: cons.tehran@mea.gov.in.
Earlier in the day, Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, just before a self-imposed deadline at 8 pm (5:30 am IST). He indicated that the agreement was contingent on Iran halting its blockade of oil and gas shipments through the Strait, a critical route for global oil transport.
Trump stated on his Truth Social platform, “This will be a double-sided CEASEFIRE! The reason for doing so is that we have already met and exceeded all military objectives and are progressing towards a definitive agreement concerning long-term PEACE with Iran and PEACE in the Middle East.”
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