Sri Lanka, Jan. 15 -- In view of the current and escalating unrest in the Middle East region, a set of guidelines for Sri Lankans working and residing in Israel has been issued by the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Israel.

According to the statement issued by the Embassy, the Government of India has issued an announcement advising its citizens and persons of Indian origin in Iran to leave the country at the earliest possible opportunity.

In addition, international media reports indicate that arrangements are being made to evacuate personnel from certain American military bases in Doha. At the same time, some flights transiting the region appear to be suspended or subject to restrictions, it said.

The Israel Defense Forces are fully prepared t...