The Indian consulate in the Afghan city of Herat has been attacked by gunmen, and the area is surrounded by security forces.The assault has been going on for several hours.It is not clear who is behind the attack and there are no details of casualties.
#India-#Afghanistan officials in touch on attack on India's Consulate in Herat. Foreign Secy Sujatha Singh monitoring situation. All safe
— Syed Akbaruddin (@MEAIndia) 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
