New Delhi, Jan. 16 -- India has issued a fresh safety advisory for its citizens in Israel as violence escalated in Gaza, even as the United States announced progress towards the second phase of a ceasefire framework aimed at ending the conflict between Israel and Hamas.

The Embassy of India in Israel urged all Indian nationals in the country to remain vigilant and strictly follow safety guidelines issued by Israeli authorities and the Home Front Command. Citizens were also advised to avoid all non-essential travel to Israel amid what the advisory described as the "prevailing situation" in the region.

In case of emergency, Indian nationals have been asked to contact the embassy's 24x7 helpline at +972-54-7520711 or +972-54-3278392, or em...