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Israel Arrests Two Teenagers After Assault on Indian Workers in Ashkelon

Israeli authorities report arrests, prompting calls in India to raise worker safety during Prime Minister Modi’s visit next week.

Overview

  • Israeli public broadcaster KAN aired video showing at least two Indian workers beaten by a group in a park in Ashkelon.
  • Israeli police have detained two 19-year-old suspects, and the Israeli embassy in India condemned the attack as absolutely unacceptable.
  • KAN and multiple reports described the assault as premeditated and racially motivated, alleging coordination over private chats.
  • Key details, including the exact timing of the attack and the victims’ medical condition, have not been made public.
  • Congress leader Pawan Khera urged External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to verify the victims’ status and asked whether the issue will be raised during PM Modi’s February 25–26 Israel trip.