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New Indian Express
5 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Sounds of explosions are too close for them to feel safe, says Indian students in Tehran amid Israel-Iran conflict
HYDERABAD: While 110 Indian students at Urmia University of Medical Sciences in Iran have been relocated to neighbouring Armenia, there seems to be no immediate end to the anxiety of those studying at the Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS). Through a video message, the Indian students at TUMS said that they have been shifted to relatively safer locations within Tehran following the attack by Israel. However, the sounds of explosions are too close for them to feel safe. The students said that the hostels they are residing in have been damaged. 'We have been living in constant fear for the past five days. We are hearing explosions and are unable to sleep,' said one of the students. Meanwhile, the students of Urmia thanked the Indian Embassy for relocating them safely to Armenia. Muskan Shabir, a 4th-year MBBS student, said, 'Exactly 110 students of Urmia University have been accommodated in Yerevan, the capital of Armenia. Three days ago, we were in a terrible situation, but now we are safe.'
NDTV
14-06-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
"We Felt The Land Shake, We Are Scared": Indian Students In Iran Seek Evacuation
Indian students in Iran have urged the government for evacuation in the backdrop of Israeli strikes that targeted nuclear and military sites in Tehran and other areas near the capital of the country. "Right now the situation is calm and we are safe, but we are feeling scared. The attack started at around 3:30 am and we felt the land shake. It was a concerning experience," Tabiya Zahra, a second-year MBBS student from Kashmir at Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS), told PTI. Zahra said the university officials visited them and advised them to remain calm. However, they had been given no information regarding areas that might be safer. She raised issues about the uncertain security situation and limited communication because of internet disruptions. Another student, Alisha Rizvi from Uttar Pradesh's Azamgarh, said "the embassy asked us to email our local addresses and contact details for emergency purposes". "They are trying to collect data in case evacuation is needed," she added. Both the students are in their second year of a 5.5 year MBBS program, and had gone to Tehran in 2023. They also confirmed that the airspace over Tehran had been closed and flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport had been suspended after the strikes. On Friday, Israel attacked multiple Iranian nuclear and military sites. The Israeli leaders said that the attack was necessary as there was an imminent threat of Iran building a nuclear weapon. Iran and the US were already having discussions related to a nuclear deal that could have resulted in the US lifting some of its crushing economic sanctions on Iran in exchange for Tehran drastically limiting or ending its enrichment of uranium. In response to Israel's offensive, Iran launched a retaliatory attack sending a swarm of drones toward Israel. The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association had written to External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar, requesting for assistance. Jammu and Kashmir Students Association national convenor Nasir Khuehami said that students have reported hearing air raid sirens and feeling tremors. "We are receiving calls from the students and their families, requesting assistance. We urge the government to stay prepared and take necessary steps if evacuation becomes unavoidable," he said.
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Business Standard
14-06-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Israel-Iran LIVE: Hundreds of missiles launched by Tehran; Tel Aviv rocked, oil prices soar
Israel-Iran LIVE Updates: The extent to which Israel's air defenses were pierced remains to be seen, with US forces helping to intercept and shoot down Iranian attacks 8:34 AM Indian students in Tehran seek evacuation amid rising Iran-Israel tensions The Indian students studying in Iran have appealed to the government for evacuation following Israeli airstrikes that targeted key military and nuclear sites in Iran, including areas near the capital. "Right now the situation is calm and we are safe, but we are feeling scared. The attack started at around 3:30 am and we felt the land shake. It was a concerning experience," Tabiya Zahra, a second-year MBBS student from Kashmir at Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS), told PTI. 8:18 AM Iran's forces are ready: Khamenei warns Israel of consequences Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday warned that the country's armed forces are fully prepared to confront Israel, following recent strikes. 'All officials in the country stand behind the armed forces,' Khamenei said in a series of posts on X. He called Israel's actions a 'grave mistake' and vowed that Iran would not let the blood of its martyrs go unavenged or tolerate violations of its airspace. 'By God's grace, the consequences will bring that regime to ruin,' he said.
Hindustan Times
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Indian students in Tehran ‘scared' amid Israel-Iran tensions; urge ‘evacuation'
The Indian students studying in Iran have appealed to the government for evacuation following Israeli airstrikes that targeted key military and nuclear sites in Iran, including areas near the capital. "Right now the situation is calm and we are safe, but we are feeling scared. The attack started at around 3:30 am and we felt the land shake. It was a concerning experience," Tabiya Zahra, a second-year MBBS student from Kashmir at Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS), told PTI. Zahra said that while the university officials visited the students and advised them to remain calm, they did not offer clarity on which areas might be safer. She urged the Indian government to arrange evacuation, citing uncertainty about the security situation and limited communication access due to internet disruptions in some areas. Another student, Alisha Rizvi from Uttar Pradesh's Azamgarh, said "the embassy asked us to email our local addresses and contact details for emergency purposes". "They are trying to collect data in case evacuation is needed," she added. Both students are in their second year of a 5.5-year MBBS program, having gone to Tehran in 2023. They confirmed that airspace over Tehran has been closed and flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport were suspended following the strikes. The escalation began late Thursday when Israel launched airstrikes targeting several locations in Iran, including its main nuclear enrichment facility at Natanz, radar stations and surface-to-air missile sites. Black smoke was seen rising from some of the affected areas and explosions were reported in Tehran and other parts of western Iran. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu later confirmed that the strikes were aimed at Iranian nuclear and military infrastructure. In response, Iran launched a retaliatory attack, sending a swarm of drones toward Israel. The Iranian leadership, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, warned of a "severe punishment" following the Israeli offensive. The situation has significantly raised tensions in the region and prompted international concern over the possibility of further escalation. The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association has written to External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar, requesting urgent intervention to assist the Indian students, particularly those from Jammu and Kashmir, studying in Iran. In the letter, the Association highlighted the evolving security situation and noted that many Indian students are enrolled in universities located near strategic sites. It said that the closure of airspace and increased military activity have raised concerns among the students and their families. Jammu and Kashmir Students Association national convenor Nasir Khuehami said that several students have reported hearing air raid sirens and feeling tremors. "We are receiving calls from the students and their families, requesting assistance. We urge the government to stay prepared and take necessary steps if evacuation becomes unavoidable," he added. The Association also requested improved communication from the Indian Embassy in Tehran and the preparation of a contingency plan, depending on how the situation develops.
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Business Standard
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Indian students in Tehran seek evacuation amid rising Iran-Israel tensions
The Indian students studying in Iran have appealed to the government for evacuation following Israeli airstrikes that targeted key military and nuclear sites in Iran, including areas near the capital. "Right now the situation is calm and we are safe, but we are feeling scared. The attack started at around 3:30 am and we felt the land shake. It was a concerning experience," Tabiya Zahra, a second-year MBBS student from Kashmir at Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS), told PTI. Zahra said that while the university officials visited the students and advised them to remain calm, they did not offer clarity on which areas might be safer. She urged the Indian government to arrange evacuation, citing uncertainty about the security situation and limited communication access due to internet disruptions in some areas. Another student, Alisha Rizvi from Uttar Pradesh's Azamgarh, said "the embassy asked us to email our local addresses and contact details for emergency purposes". "They are trying to collect data in case evacuation is needed," she added. Both students are in their second year of a 5.5-year MBBS program, having gone to Tehran in 2023. They confirmed that airspace over Tehran has been closed and flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport were suspended following the strikes. The escalation began late Thursday when Israel launched airstrikes targeting several locations in Iran, including its main nuclear enrichment facility at Natanz, radar stations and surface-to-air missile sites. Black smoke was seen rising from some of the affected areas and explosions were reported in Tehran and other parts of western Iran. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu later confirmed that the strikes were aimed at Iranian nuclear and military infrastructure. In response, Iran launched a retaliatory attack, sending a swarm of drones toward Israel. The Iranian leadership, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, warned of a "severe punishment" following the Israeli offensive. The situation has significantly raised tensions in the region and prompted international concern over the possibility of further escalation. The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association has written to External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar, requesting urgent intervention to assist the Indian students, particularly those from Jammu and Kashmir, studying in Iran. In the letter, the Association highlighted the evolving security situation and noted that many Indian students are enrolled in universities located near strategic sites. It said that the closure of airspace and increased military activity have raised concerns among the students and their families. Jammu and Kashmir Students Association national convenor Nasir Khuehami said that several students have reported hearing air raid sirens and feeling tremors. "We are receiving calls from the students and their families, requesting assistance. We urge the government to stay prepared and take necessary steps if evacuation becomes unavoidable," he added. The Association also requested improved communication from the Indian Embassy in Tehran and the preparation of a contingency plan, depending on how the situation develops.
