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SINGAPORE – Singapore has urged all involved parties to exercise restraint and to de-escalate tensions amid conflict between Israel and Iran, following an Israeli strike on June 13.
“Singapore is deeply concerned about the escalation of tensions in the region,” the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) said in a statement on June 13.
It added that there are currently no reports of Singaporeans injured in Israel or Iran.
“Given the volatile security situation, Singaporeans are advised to defer all travel to Israel and Iran,” the ministry said.
“Singaporeans in Israel and Iran are advised to stay indoors, proceed to a safe shelter when alerted, monitor the news closely and heed the local government’s advice.
“Please remain vigilant at all times.”
MFA also urged Singaporeans in Israel and Iran to register with the ministry if they have not done so.
Those who require consular assistance in Iran may contact the MFA duty office, which is open 24 hours.
Meanwhile, those in Israel may also do the same, or contact the Singapore Embassy in Tel Aviv.
Israel launched widescale strikes against Iran on June 13.
It said it targeted nuclear facilities, ballistic missile factories and military commanders, and that this was the start of a prolonged operation to prevent Tehran from building an atomic weapon.
In response, Iran launched about 100 drones towards Israeli territory, which an Israeli military spokesman said Israel is working to intercept.
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