Daily Current Affairs (UPSC CSE) - 27th September 2024 (Part 1)

1. Indian Embassy Urges Citizens to Leave Lebanon Amid Escalating Violence

News Link: Indian Embassy Urges Citizens to Leave Lebanon

Syllabus: Prelims & Mains – General Studies Paper II (International Relations, Diaspora), General Studies Paper III (Internal Security, Terrorism)

Context:

The Indian Embassy in Lebanon has advised Indian nationals to leave the country amidst the escalating violence due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The embassy’s advisory highlights India's focus on ensuring the safety of its citizens abroad.

Detailed Analysis:

• Lebanon’s Political Context:

  • Lebanon has long been a region of political instability, exacerbated by the Hezbollah-Israel conflict. Hezbollah, a militant Shia group backed by Iran, frequently clashes with Israeli forces, destabilising the region.

  • The conflict has intensified due to regional geopolitics, impacting not just local populations but also foreign nationals.

  
  

• India’s Diplomatic Measures: