Indian national shot by Jordanian soldiers at Israel border

An Indian national from Kerala, identified as Thomas Gabriel Perera, was allegedly shot and killed by Jordanian soldiers while attempting to cross into Israel illegally, sources report. The tragic incident occurred on February 10.

The Indian Embassy in Jordan confirmed the death, expressing its condolences over the "sad demise of an Indian national in unfortunate circumstances." The embassy is coordinating with Perera's family and Jordanian authorities to arrange the repatriation of his remains, as announced on X.

Perera, aged 47, had traveled to Jordan on a visitor visa before making the attempt to enter Israel. His relative, Edison, also from Menamkulam, was shot while trying to cross the border but survived. After receiving medical treatment, Edison was returned to India.

This incident unfolds amidst increasing violence in the West Bank and the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.