Minor blast near Israel embassy in India

New Delhi : A low intensity IED blast has been reported near the Israeli embassy on Friday, no human injuries or property damage has been notified by the Delhi Police officials.

The blast took place at around 1.4 kilometers from Vijay Chowk, where VIPs like PM Narendra Modi, President Ram Nath Kovind and other senior members of the government had gathered for the beating the Retreat ceremony.

Foreign Minister S Jaishankar informed via a tweet that he has spoken to his Israeli counterpart, Gabi Ashkenazi, assuring him "the fullest protection for the Embassy and diplomats".

"Spoke just now to Israeli Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi about the explosion outside the Israeli Embassy. We take this very seriously. Assured him of the fullest protection for the Embassy and Israeli diplomats. Matter is under investigation and no effort will be spared to find the culprits," he tweeted.

As a part of SOP, the airports, government buildings and all famous spots have been put on alert.

The officials informed that the IED was wrapped in a plastic bag and was dropped outside the Jindal residence, meters away from the embassy. The entire area has been cordoned off as the investigations are underway.

The blast comes days after Home Minister Amit Shah met Delhi Police chief and head of intelligence agencies to take stock of security of the national capital.

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