Indian Consulate in Afghanistan Attacked

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The Indian Consulate in the city of Herat, Afghanistan was attacked by four gunmen on Friday, as per the latest all the four gunmen have been shot down. In a combined effort by the ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police) and Afghan Police. As per sources one gunmen was shot down by the ITBP and two other by Afghan Police. No staff has been injured in the attack as per reports.

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The attack has been strongly condemn by our designate Prime-Minister Shri Narendra Modi, he called upon the Ambassador and assured them of complete support and also boasted their morale. he also called upon President Karzai, who has assured complete support.





Tweets By Shri Narendra Modi on the Matter::

India salutes the efforts of India's security personnel & Afghan security forces for their valiant efforts to fight the terrorists in Herat.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 23, 2014

I salute the Consulate staff for their indomitable spirit & high morale throughout the difficult circumstances http://t.co/ZY3y2ANqtR
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 23, 2014

President Karzai & I talked about Consulate attack in Herat. He assured me he will do everything to protect India's Missions in Afghanistan.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 23, 2014

I condemn the attack on our consulate in Herat, Afghanistan. Closely monitoring the situation. I have spoken to the Ambassador as well.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 23, 2014