Delhi Police act on blast call near Israel Embassy, staff safe
Delhi Police responds to explosion alert near Israel Embassy, assures staff safety
The Delhi police received a call about a blast near the Israel Embassy, triggering an immediate response. As of now, no explosives have been found in the area, and authorities are actively searching the site. Atul Garg, director of Delhi Fire Services, stated that despite the initial report, no evidence of a bomb blast has been discovered.
Embassy confirms safety of staff: investigation underway
Quoting Israel's foreign ministry, Reuters reported an explosion near the Israeli Embassy in New Delhi. The embassy spokesperson confirmed that the blast occurred in close proximity but assured that all staff members are unharmed. The Deputy Chief of Mission emphasized that their security teams are collaborating with local Delhi security for a thorough investigation.
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Eyewitnesses described the sound resembling a tyre burst around 5 pm. The Delhi police's crime unit and forensics team are currently on the scene, working to determine the cause of the reported explosion.
Context of previous incident:
This incident comes amid tensions between Israel and Hamas, though it is not directly linked to the ongoing conflict. In 2021, a low-intensity blast occurred outside the Israeli embassy in Delhi. The National Investigation Agency is still investigating that case, where the blast, though causing no casualties, left a crater and damaged nearby vehicles.
In summary, authorities are actively investigating the recent incident near the Israel Embassy, emphasizing the safety of embassy staff and addressing any potential security concerns.
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