The Israel-Palestine war continues to grab headlines. At a recent Palestine solidarity convention, Palestinian Ambassador to India, Adnan Abu Al-Haija, emphasized that India has a history of supporting Palestine. He acknowledged India's friendship with both Israel and Palestine and expressed hope for India to take on a mediator role. Abu Al-Haija praised India's peaceful nature and urged the country to help achieve a ceasefire between Israel and Palestine. He called on India to support an international conference aimed at resolving the conflict and establishing an independent Palestinian state. This state would include the land from 1967, with East Jerusalem as its capital. The ambassador's message was clear: he sees India as a crucial ally in working towards peace and a fair solution for the Palestinian people. Watch video for more.
08 September,2024 12:58 PM IST
Israeli forces encircled a house in Hebron and killed a Palestinian suspect believed to be involved in a shooting attack at the Idna Tarqumiya Junction. The incident occurred on September 1, when three Israeli police officers were killed after their vehicle came under fire at the same junction near Hebron. Witnesses reported a prolonged exchange of gunfire between the soldiers and the suspect inside the building. Following over an hour of intense shooting, Israeli troops breached the structure and retrieved the suspect's body. This operation is part of a broader Israeli campaign involving hundreds of troops conducting raids across the West Bank. The raids are focused on targeting Iranian-backed Islamist militants, reflecting ongoing tensions and conflict in the region.
03 September,2024 04:39 PM IST
It seems that Israel-Hamas war is not going to end soon. As the Israel-Hamas war entered its 332nd day on September 2, the conflict showed no signs of resolution. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) continued its intensive operations in Gaza, aiming to free Israeli hostages. Tragedy struck as six Israeli hostages, abducted alive on October 7, were found dead in a southern Gaza tunnel. The hostages were murdered between August 29-30, according to the Israeli Health Ministry. Global leaders expressed their shock and grief, with US President Biden condemning the killings, French President Macron demanding an immediate ceasefire and hostage release, and Australian PM Anthony Albanese and UK PM Keir Starmer also offering condolences. Currently, 97 of the 251 hostages taken by Hamas remain in Gaza, with some released during a brief truce in late November and a few prior to that.
02 September,2024 05:15 PM IST
Hezbollah has launched a series of strikes against Israel in response to the recent killing of a senior military commander. This action follows Israel’s preemptive strikes, which it claimed were aimed at neutralizing Hezbollah rocket launchers. Hezbollah, supported by Iran, has stated that its latest attack is complete but has left open the possibility of future retaliation. In response, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that the conflict is far from over, indicating ongoing military readiness and potential for further escalation. The exchange underscores the heightened tensions and the fragility of the current ceasefire, with both sides signaling a readiness for continued confrontation. Watch video.
26 August,2024 11:36 AM IST
On Sunday, Hezbollah retaliated against Israel with a large-scale assault, launching hundreds of rockets and drones. This attack was in response to the recent killing of Fuad Shukr, a high-ranking Hezbollah commander, in Beirut. The group claimed responsibility for firing over 320 Katyusha rockets, targeting 11 military sites in Israel. In preparation for this offensive, Israeli jets struck targets in Lebanon, as military officials anticipated the imminent barrage. Hezbollah described the rocket fire as the "first phase" of their retaliation, suggesting that their full response would unfold over a longer period. As tensions escalated, Israel's cabinet convened to deliberate on their strategic response to the ongoing conflict.
25 August,2024 03:00 PM IST
The day after Hamas chief's death The Telegraph reported that Israeli Mossad agents, working with Iranian Revolutionary Guards, planted explosives in the guesthouse where Haniyeh was staying. The plan to kill him during a funeral was canceled due to the large crowd, so the agents planted explosives in three rooms instead. If true, this would be a significant security breach for Iran. However, the Israeli Defense Forces deny involvement in attacks around that time, except for a separate killing in Beirut. Earlier, The New York Times reported that Haniyeh was killed by a remote-controlled bomb that was smuggled in two months prior. Iran has arrested over two dozen people, including high-ranking officials, in connection with his death.
04 August,2024 11:00 AM IST
The body of Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh arrived in Doha, Qatar on August 1 ahead of his funeral and burial. Hamas members, including Khaled Meshaal, received the mortal remains of Haniyeh at Doha International Airport. Ismail Haniyeh, who was usually based in Qatar, was killed in Tehran, Iran on July 31 morning in Airstrike. He was in Tehran to attend the swearing-in ceremony of the Iranian President-elect, Masoud Pezeshkian. Although the strike on Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh was widely assumed to have been carried out by Israel. Amid the Israel-Hamas Conflict, PM Benjamin Netanyahu's government did not claim responsibility and said it would not comment on the killing. Hamas in a statement said that Haniyeh's killing would "take the battle to new dimensions and have major repercussions". Hamas Chief Haniyeh was tough-talking face of Palestinian group's international diplomacy as war raged back in Gaza. He had a major hand in building up Hamas' fighting capacity, partly by nurturing ties with Shi'ite Muslim Iran. He will be buried at a cemetery in Lusail, north of the Qatari capital on August 02, following funeral prayers.
02 August,2024 11:58 AM IST
On July 30, the Israeli Defense Forces killed Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, where he was attending the swearing-in of Iranian President-elect Pezeshkian. Iran's Revolutionary Guards confirmed Haniyeh’s death and are investigating. Hamas condemned the killing as a “heinous terrorist crime” and vowed to continue fighting Israel. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas also denounced the killing. Haniyeh was a key figure in Hamas' international efforts and military build-up. Russia criticized the killing as an “absolutely unacceptable political murder” and warned it could harm ceasefire talks in Gaza. Russian President Putin also criticized the U.S. for not supporting an independent Palestinian state.
31 July,2024 03:18 PM IST
In an ongoing all-out war against Hamas terrorists, Israel killed its Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran on July 30. Haniyeh, who usually resides in Qatar, was in the Iranian capital for the inauguration of President-elect Pezeshkian. Known for his role in strengthening Hamas and his close ties with Iran, Haniyeh had suffered personal losses earlier this year when an Israeli airstrike killed three of his sons and four grandchildren. Haniyeh also paid tribute to former Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash. This latest action marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Watch video for more.
31 July,2024 12:40 PM IST
On July 15, External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar praised the Republic of the Marshall Islands for successfully hosting the 10th Micronesian Games. He highlighted India's long-standing friendship with the Marshall Islands, strengthened through cooperation in the Forum of India Pacific Islands. The signing of the MoU will support four community development projects, such as a sports center, airport terminal, and community centers. These initiatives aim to improve infrastructure in the Marshall Islands, benefitting its people. The minister expressed optimism that these projects will enhance bilateral relations and contribute to the islands' socio-economic development.
15 July,2024 12:18 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
