The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel on August 4 issued a warning to Vietnamese citizens, advising them to stay vigilant amidst complicated Israel-Hezbollah tensions.
Israel carries out an airstrike on Tayr Harfa, southern Lebanon on July 12. (Photo: Xinhua/VNA)
Tel Aviv (VNA) – The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel on August 4 issued a warning to Vietnamese citizens, advising them to stay vigilant amidst complicated Israel-Hezbollah tensions.
In its announcement, the embassy said a stabbing spree in Holon city near Tel Aviv on August 4 killed two people and wounded three others. Local authorities said this was a terror attack, and forecast an increase in criminal activities of the Arab community in Israel as well as attacks deeper into Israel’s territory.
Against this backdrop, the embassy advised the Vietnamese community to keep a close watch on the situation in the country through trusted local media sources, avoid areas where large crowds gather and those prone to attacks, strictly comply with safety and security measures prescribed by the local administrations, and proactively prepare plans to ensure safety for themselves and relatives.
The community was asked to keep regular contact with the embassy in case of emergency or in need of support.
On July 30, the embassy recommended measures for the Vietnamese community to ensure their safety and security after the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) carried out an air attack on the Lebanese capital of Beirut, targeting Hazbollah’s senior military commander Fuad Shukr, who was said to be responsible for the rocket attack in Majdal Shams town of Israeli-occupied Golan Heights.
✱ The National Security Council of Israel on August 1 warned Israelis against travel to some 40 countries for fear of terrorism./.
The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel on July 30 recommended measures for the Vietnamese community to ensure their safety and security amidst escalating tensions between Israel and the Hezbollah force in Lebanon.
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Nghia affirmed that this is a milestone of special significance, affirming and honouring the the Vietnamese revolutionary press’s glorious tradition of 100 years of serving the revolutionary cause of the Party, serving the Fatherland, and serving the people.
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The Vietnamese Embassy in Israel is closely coordinating with relevant local agencies to stay informed and provide the utmost support possible for Vietnamese nationals.
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