Sri Lanka, Nov. 7 -- Three Sri Lankan nationals who were attacked have reported their experiences to the Sri Lankan Embassy in Israel, following a series of chemical-laced water cannon assaults targeting foreign migrant workers.

In a statement issued from Tel Aviv, the Embassy said it had been alerted to recent reports circulating on social media regarding these attacks, which appear to have been launched by small groups against individuals traveling alone.

In response, the Embassy has officially informed the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Population and Immigration Authority (PIBA), requesting immediate action to ensure the safety of all foreign workers, including Sri Lankans.

Following the first reported incident, police...