New Delhi, June 13 -- Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday urged the Ministry of External affairs to ensure the safety of Kashmiri students in Iran after Israel launched a major attack on the country, including nuclear and military sites and killing many.

In a post on X, Abdullah said that India stands with Kashmiri students and their families in this "difficult time".

"Requesting @MEAIndia to urgently ensure the safety and well-being of Kashmiri students currently stuck in Iran. Their families are deeply worried, and we stand with them in this difficult time," Abdullah said.

Tagging External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, the Jammu and Kashmir CM said, "Every step must be taken to safeguard our students."

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