Indian Diaspora Faces Anxiety as Iran-US Conflict Escalates in West Asia

Following coordinated US-Israel strikes on Iran, the region witnessed retaliatory missile attacks by Iran targeting US and Israeli bases across West Asia, including Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia. These developments prompted airspace closures, flight suspensions, and heightened security measures. Indian expatriates, particularly from Kerala, Uttar Pradesh, and Pune, reported panic and anxiety amid sirens, explosions, and communication disruptions. State governments and Indian embassies have activated helplines and advisories to assist citizens abroad, while families in India express concern over their relatives' safety amid escalating tensions.