The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of Singapore has issued an urgent advisory for all Singaporeans currently in Israel to leave the country immediately, using available commercial flight options. This comes in light of the rapidly escalating conflict between Israel and Gaza, which began on October 7.

The ongoing violence has resulted in hundreds of deaths on both sides, prompting the MFA to recommend that Singaporeans take all necessary precautions for their personal safety. Those who remain in Israel are advised to stay vigilant, closely monitor local developments, and avoid crowded areas where they might be at risk.

This latest advisory follows a previous warning issued on October 8, where the MFA urged Singaporeans to avoid all travel to the Gaza Strip, West Bank, and Israel’s borders with Lebanon and Syria. It also advised against any non-essential travel to Israel due to the volatile situation in the region.

Additionally, the MFA recommends that Singaporeans who must travel to Israel ensure they have comprehensive travel and medical insurance. They are also encouraged to register their trip with the ministry through its e-registration system, and to stay in regular contact with family and friends to keep them updated on their safety.

For those needing assistance, the MFA provided contact details for the Singapore Embassy in Tel Aviv and its 24-hour Duty Office. This includes emergency telephone numbers and email addresses for both agencies, which are on standby to offer consular support to Singaporeans in need.

The situation remains highly volatile, with the potential for further escalations. As such, the MFA stresses the importance of Singaporeans taking immediate action to secure their safety by leaving the country as soon as possible.