The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) recently targeted a Hamas hideout in the northern Gaza Strip, which they described as a “terror complex” used by Hamas members. A video released by the IDF shows soldiers operating in the wrecked buildings and engaging in firefights. The army stated that the operation successfully destroyed structures that were used for military purposes, including anti-tank positions, explosives, and launch sites aimed at Israel. Since the conflict began on October 7, 2023, the Gaza Health Ministry reports that over 45,700 Palestinians have died and more than 108,800 have been injured. The situation remains dire as fighting continues.
05 January,2025 05:38 PM IST
Israel issued a strong warning to the Houthis at the United Nations, reminding them of the consequences faced by groups like Hamas and Hezbollah. Israel pointed out that these groups, backed by Iran, have caused regional instability and attacked Israel. Israel made it clear that it won’t tolerate similar actions from the Houthis, who have gained power in Yemen with Iranian support. The warning is part of Israel’s ongoing effort to prevent Iran’s influence from spreading further across the Middle East, especially in countries like Yemen.
31 December,2024 05:30 PM IST
On December 25, sirens sounded across central Israel as a missile, launched from Yemen, was intercepted. The Israeli military confirmed the missile was shot down before it reached Israeli land. Reuters footage from Tel Aviv showed the missile streaking through the sky followed by a loud explosion. The missile attack is believed to have been carried out by the Houthi rebels from Yemen, who have previously launched drones and missiles toward Israel. The Houthis claim these attacks are acts of solidarity with Palestinians. In response, Israel has asked its embassies in Europe to push for the Houthis to be declared a terrorist group, as they are backed by Iran.
25 December,2024 05:45 PM IST
Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz, recently claimed responsibility for the assassination of former Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, who was killed in Tehran on July 30. Haniyeh, a key figure in Hamas and a major diplomatic face of the group, was in Tehran for the swearing-in ceremony of Iran’s new president. His death was initially blamed on Israel by Iran, but Israel had not confirmed it until now. Haniyeh played a significant role in strengthening Hamas' military capabilities, especially through ties with Iran. Earlier, Israel airstrikes killed three of his sons in April. Israeli forces have targeted top leaders from Hamas, Hezbollah, and Houthi groups during the ongoing Middle East conflict.
24 December,2024 04:03 PM IST
Recent developments in Syria have captured global attention, especially with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's announcement to double the population in the Golan Heights, a region Israel captured from Syria in 1967. The Israeli cabinet unanimously approved this plan, aiming to increase the number of settlers in the area, which currently has about 50,000 residents, split between Jews and Druze. Netanyahu's office revealed an $11 million initiative to promote growth, focusing on security concerns due to Syria's instability. The funds will be used for education, renewable energy, a student village, and helping new residents settle in the area. Meanwhile, Israeli troops continue operations in the UN-monitored buffer zone between Syria and the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights.
16 December,2024 03:45 PM IST
The Syrian civil war has led to significant changes in the Middle East, including the fall of the al-Assad regime after 50 years. Meanwhile, Israel continues to focus on rescuing hostages held by Hamas since the October 7, 2023 attacks. On December 15, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke with US President-elect Donald Trump about the ongoing Syria crisis and efforts to secure the hostages’ release. Netanyahu emphasized that Israel would set its Syria policy based on the evolving situation. This conversation follows previous discussions between Netanyahu and Trump since the latter's election win. The United States, under both President Biden and President-elect Trump, has been a strong supporter of Israel, particularly in its conflict with Iran and its allies.
16 December,2024 12:54 PM IST
The Government of India has successfully evacuated 75 Indian nationals from Syria due to the recent unrest in the country. This evacuation was carried out with coordination between the Indian embassies in Damascus and Beirut, after carefully assessing the security situation and responding to requests from Indian citizens in Syria. One of the evacuees, Ravi Bhushan, shared his terrifying experience after being brought back to safety. Speaking to ANI, he described the alarming conditions he faced in Syria. The evacuation aimed to ensure the safety and well-being of Indian citizens caught in the crisis, as the situation in the country worsened, and the government worked to bring them home amidst growing concerns.
12 December,2024 05:40 PM IST
The situation in Syria continues to be a major focus for many countries after Syrian rebels overthrew President Assad’s regime. Taking advantage of the chaos in Syria, the IDF has strengthened its presence along the Golan Heights at the Israel-Syria border. On December 11, the IDF released a video showing Israeli troops carrying out operations in a buffer zone near the Golan Heights. The IDF stated that the goal of these operations was to protect both the people of the Golan Heights and all Israeli civilians. However, despite the video release, Israel denied on December 10 that its forces had advanced into Syria beyond the Golan Heights buffer zone, insisting they had not crossed the line.
12 December,2024 04:15 PM IST
On December 3, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked former U.S. President Donald Trump for his strong demand for the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. Trump called for the hostages' release by his inauguration on January 20. Over 250 people were taken during the deadly Hamas attack on Israel in October, including Israeli-American nationals. Netanyahu also addressed the situation with Hezbollah, stating that while Israel would honor its ceasefire agreement, the war was not over. He accused Hezbollah of violating the ceasefire on December 2, prompting Israel to strike over 20 targets in Lebanon in retaliation. Watch video
04 December,2024 03:20 PM IST
In less than ten days following the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon, Hezbollah violated the deal on December 2 by launching two projectiles toward Israel’s Mount Dov. This attack came shortly after President Biden had announced the ceasefire. In retaliation, the Israeli Air Force targeted Hezbollah operatives, dozens of rocket launchers, and other terrorist infrastructure. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) condemned the launch as a breach of the ceasefire, emphasizing their readiness to continue operations to protect Israeli civilians. Prime Minister Netanyahu had previously warned of a "forceful response" to any violations, and this incident could escalate tensions further. Netanyahu also declared that Israel would maintain complete military freedom of action in defending its citizens, especially against what he calls the “Triple H” threats. Over the past months, Israel has dealt significant blows to Hezbollah, including the killing of its leader, Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, and other top commanders. The ceasefire agreement stipulated that Israeli forces would withdraw from southern Lebanon, while the Lebanese army would deploy there. In turn, Hezbollah was expected to pull back its armed presence south of the Litani River.
03 December,2024 04:50 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
