Malappuram, March 2 -- Amid the escalating Israel-Iran conflict, Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) Lok Sabha MP, ET Muhammed Basheer on Monday expressed concern over the worsening situation and urged the Centre to take immediate and serious steps to ensure the safety of Indians, particularly Keralites working in the region.

Basheer said the situation was deteriorating with each passing day and that families of expatriates were increasingly anxious.

"We all know that the situation is worsening day by day... There are lots of Keralites working there, so pressure is coming from that side also. We have already discussed with the officials and ambassadors. We have also sent messages to our Prime Minister and the Defence Minister to take it v...