The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and European Integration is recommending Moldovan citizens to avoid non-urgent trips to Israel after tensions have escalated in the Gaza Strip, Info-Prim Neo reports. The Ministry is advising Moldovans who are currently in Israel to avoid crowed places where public manifestations take place and keep their documents, money and tickets in a safe place. Further, to avoid conflicts, Moldovans are asked to respect Israel's travel restrictions. The Ministry said in a press release that it created a task force to coordinate consular assistance for Moldovan citizens that wish to leave Israel. In case of necessity, Moldovan citizens may contact the Consular Department at the following phone numbers: +373 22 201 041, +373 22 201 047, +373 22 201 050, +373 22 201 051, or may call the Ministry's hot line at 080090990 (toll-free from Moldova) or +373 22 690 990 from abroad.