In a highly coordinated and critical medical evacuation, the Indian Armed Forces, supported by the Ministry of Defence, successfully returned Havildar Suresh R from the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) stationed at the Golan Heights.

"On September 20, 2024, Havildar Suresh R sustained grievous injuries while serving in the line of duty. He was initially transferred to a United Nations (UN) hospital in Israel for urgent medical treatment. However, given the severity of his injuries, it was decided that further advanced treatment in India was necessary," said a source from the armed forces who is aware of the matter.