Fri, Oct 18, 2024
U.S. President Joe Biden said on Thursday (October 17) it was time to move on after Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar's death in Gaza, and that the development had made him feel more hopeful about the prospect of a ceasefire. In comments to reporters after landing in Germany, Biden said he had congratulated Netanyahu on Sinwar's death.
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Wed, Oct 09, 2024
Israel is on the brink of a wider conflict with 'Triple H', Hamas, Hezbollah and Houthis after the deadliest October 7 attack. The war shows no signs of ending as Iran has launched a barrage of rockets into Israel in retaliation for Nasrallah's death. Meanwhile, Indians in Israel urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to step in to stop the 'unprovoked' war with Hamas, Hezbollah and Houthis.
Israeli PM Netanyahu on October 08 updated on the killing of the presumed Hezbollah successor Hashem Safieddine.
Wed, Nov 22, 2023
India has called for a resumption of direct negotiations between Israel and Palestine to achieve a just, peaceful, and lasting solution to the conflict. Speaking at the UN General Assembly Informal Plenary on the Humanitarian Situation in Gaza, India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ruchira Kamboj, said that India supports all efforts by the international community to de-escalate the conflict and deliver humanitarian assistance to the people of Palestine.
In a major move to bolster ties with India, Israel has declared Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) as a terror organization. This decision was made to mark the 15th anniversary of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. Israel's move comes weeks after its Ambassador to India urged New Delhi to designate Hamas as a terror organisation.
Israel's government and Hamas agreed on Wednesday to a four-day pause in fighting to allow the release of 50 hostages held in Gaza in exchange for 150 Palestinians imprisoned in Israel, and the entry of humanitarian aid into the besieged enclave.
Tue, Nov 21, 2023
Newly released video footage captured by the Houthi-run Al Masirah TV channel shows armed men dropping from a helicopter and seizing a cargo ship in the southern Red Sea. The Houthi group has claimed the ship is linked to Israel, while Israel has stated that the vessel is British-owned and Japanese-operated. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the incident, calling it "another act of Iranian terrorism". The hijacking comes amid heightened tensions in the region following Israel's war with Hamas in the Gaza Strip.
In a dramatic escalation of violence, Hezbollah militants in Lebanon launched 25 rockets and 3 suicide drones into northern Israel on November 20, sparking a fierce exchange of fire. The Iron Dome intercepted several rockets, but others landed in open areas. The attacks come as Israel continues its war against the Palestinian militant group Hamas in the Gaza Strip.
Mon, Nov 20, 2023
Yemen's rebel group Houthis has claimed to have seized an Israeli ship in the southern Red Sea, further escalating tensions in the region. The Houthis, aligned with Iran, have justified the action as a retaliation for Israel's support for the Saudi-led coalition fighting in Yemen. This video delves into the details of the ship seizure, the reactions of both Israel and Yemen, and the potential implications for regional stability.
Fri, Nov 17, 2023
Israeli President Isaac Herzog accused Iran of plotting to sabotage the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, a major infrastructure project that aims to connect India with Europe via the Middle East. Herzog's comments come amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, and they raise concerns about the potential for further conflict in the region.
Mon, Nov 13, 2023
Residents in southern Gaza are cooking thousands of meals every day for Palestinians displaced by the Israeli ground offensive and air strikes. However, supplies are running out and volunteers fear they will only be able to continue cooking for a few more days.
Thu, Nov 09, 2023
It has been a month of the bloody war between Israel and Hamas militant group. Israel Defence Forces have intensified its ground ops and have reached the ‘heart’ of Hamas in Gaza Strip. Hamas’ vast tunnel network is one of the targets of the Israeli Military and they are continuing to strike the tunnels. The Israeli military released video on November 8 of what they say is strike on Hamas tunnel situated near a school in southern Gaza.
The devastating Gaza conflict has claimed 12,100 lives on both the Palestinian and Israeli sides, according to data released by health authorities on both sides on Nov 8. The Israeli Defense Forces spokesperson confirmed the ongoing destruction of Hamas strongholds in Gaza City, and the seizure of approximately 700 rocket projectiles. Additionally, the engineering corps has successfully demolished 130 Hamas-used underground tunnel shafts.
Wed, Nov 08, 2023
The full-scale war between Israel and Hamas militants has resulted in the loss of over 10,000 lives mostly Palestinian civilians within a month since the conflict began. Ever since the Hamas attack on Israel caught the nation by surprise on October 7
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) have released video showing its military had located Hamas rocket launchers in close proximity to a swimming pool and a playground in Gaza. Troops also claimed Hamas has hidden rocket launchers within a playground and amusement park compound in northern Gaza.
Tue, Nov 07, 2023
UN Chief António Guterres raised concerns over the killing of children in Gaza. He said that the Gaza Strip is becoming a graveyard for innocent children. After the Oct 07 attack, Israel vowed to wipe out Hamas, which rules the Gaza Strip. Palestinian Health Ministry said that 10,022 people have been killed in Gaza, including over 4,100 children, 2,600 women.
Amid the Israel-Hamas war, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the President of Iran Ebrahim Raisi on Nov 6, exchanging views on the difficult situation in the West Asia region and the Israel-Hamas conflict. The leaders emphasised the need for de-escalation, continued humanitarian aid, and the early restoration of peace and security.
Mon, Nov 06, 2023
DF intensified ground operations in Gaza as the war between Israel and Hamas entered day 31. Israeli forces continued to pound major Hamas’ hideouts, including the Gaza metro tunnels, and destroy them. Amid the conflict, Israeli Minister Amihay Eliyahu’s nuclear comments sparked furore. Asked in a radio interview about a hypothetical nuclear option, Eliyahu replied: "That's one way". Amid Nuclear threat, US made a shocking move by deploying a nuclear submarine in the Middle East region. US Central Command said an Ohio-class submarine has arrived in the region of eastern Mediterranean, Red Sea, Persian Gulf. Ohio-class submarines are both nuclear-powered and carry nuclear warheads.
30 days of blood shedding and there seems no chance of ceasefire in sight as the Israel-Hamas war gets ugly. PM Netanyahu on Nov 05, rejected calls for a ceasefire in Gaza until all 240 hostages captured by the militants are released. He also met the Israeli forces at the air force base and asked them to remove ‘ceasefire’ from their lexicon.
As the conflict between Israel and Hamas rages on, the international community is growing increasingly concerned about the situation in West Asia. EAM Jaishankar emphasised the urgency of preventing further escalation and extending much-needed humanitarian support. He revealed that both leaders have agreed to maintain ongoing communication. This diplomatic engagement unfolds at a time when tensions between Iran and Israel are running high, with Israel alleging Iran's involvement in Hamas's shocking October 7 assault, which ignited the war. While Iran has consistently denied any connection, it continues to show support for Hamas and the Palestinian cause.
Fri, Nov 03, 2023
The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Nov 03 landed in Israel’s Tel Aviv. Notably, this is Antony Blinken’s second visit to war-hit Israel in a month. This time, he will discuss steps with PM Netanyahu to minimise harm to civilians in besieged Gaza.
Israel's conflict with Hamas continues into its 28th day. Amidst the ongoing hostilities, Israeli Spokesperson Lior Haiat claims Hamas is planning another major attack similar to October 7.
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