New Delhi, March 3 -- The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued a nationwide security alert to all states and Union Territories, warning of possible violence and sporadic protests in the wake of ongoing US and Israeli attacks on Iran, officials said.

The advisory has been issued against the backdrop of protests by members of the Shia community across several parts of the country following the assassination of Iranian Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on February 28.

The ministry noted that rapidly evolving international developments have the potential to impact India's internal security situation.

In its communication to state governments, the MHA has directed security agencies to remain on high alert and closely monitor the ac...