The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated on Thursday that the two Indian nationals who were reported missing following Taiwan's recent powerful earthquake have been confirmed safe, as Indian authorities successfully established contact with them.
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal announced during a press conference that after initially being unable to reach the individuals in Taiwan following the earthquake, contact has now been made, reassuring their safety.
The earthquake, measuring 7.4 on the Richter scale, struck Taiwan on Wednesday, leading to significant devastation and triggering a tsunami on Japan's Yonaguni Island. The disaster has resulted in at least 10 fatalities, with numerous individuals still missing.
Among the missing, 18 individuals are yet to be located, with efforts underway by Taiwanese rescuers to locate and rescue them. Six of the missing individuals are stranded on a hiking trail, where rescue teams are striving to reach them amidst challenging conditions.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with other global leaders, expressed condolences and solidarity with the affected regions following the earthquake.
Additionally, the MEA expressed concern regarding the reported Israeli attack on the Iranian consulate in Syria, emphasizing the potential for escalating tensions and instability in the region. The MEA urged all parties involved to adhere to international law principles and refrain from actions that could exacerbate the situation further.
The airstrike on Iran's consulate in Syria, which occurred on April 1, resulted in the deaths of two Iranian generals and five officers, according to Iranian officials. Among those killed were General Mohammad Reza Zahedi, who formerly led the elite Quds Force in Lebanon and Syria, and his deputy, General Mohammad Hadi Hajriahimi, along with other officers.
