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Gaza: Israeli Troops, Tanks On The March

Gaza: Israeli Troops, Tanks On The March

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

Scenes of death and survival in the cities of Gaza and Israel.

'Palestinians want the same freedom Gandhi fought for'

'Palestinians want the same freedom Gandhi fought for'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

'Israelis not only harassed Palestine Muslims, but also Christians.' 'Palestinians have been telling Israel that this will blow up the situation, but they would not listen to us.'

Israel to intensify Gaza bombing ahead of ground offensive

Israel to intensify Gaza bombing ahead of ground offensive

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

With an Israeli ground offensive in Gaza looming large, Israel has said it will step up its aerial strikes in the besieged Palestinian territory to create the 'best conditions' for troops to move in.

Israel launches ground offensive against Hamas

Israel launches ground offensive against Hamas

Rediff.com18 Jul 2014

Israel on Thursday launched a ground offensive in the Gaza Strip even as hectic diplomatic efforts continued to broker a ceasefire to end the 10 days of conflict that has killed 237 Palestinians.

As Israel debates response to Iran, US says...

As Israel debates response to Iran, US says...

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

Additional United States military assets that were moved into the Middle East before Iran's attack on Israel will remain in place, CNN reported, citing Pentagon spokesperson Major General Pat Ryder.

India abstains from voting at UN to condemn activities of Hamas

India abstains from voting at UN to condemn activities of Hamas

Rediff.com7 Dec 2018

The resolution failed to be adopted on Thursday as it could not garner two-thirds support in the General Assembly.

Kashmiri woman evacuated from Gaza reaches Egypt, recounts horror

Kashmiri woman evacuated from Gaza reaches Egypt, recounts horror

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

She also shared a video with PTI, which she had recorded at the Rafah border after reaching the Egyptian side.

Israeli tanks carry out 'preparatory' raid in Gaza

Israeli tanks carry out 'preparatory' raid in Gaza

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Israel Defence Forces (IDF), under the command of the Givati (infantry) Brigade overnight carried out a targeted raid using tanks in the territory of the northern Gaza Strip.

Air India suspends flights to Tel Aviv till Oct 18

Air India suspends flights to Tel Aviv till Oct 18

Rediff.com14 Oct 2023

Normally, Air India operates five weekly flights to Tel Aviv from the national capital. The service is on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.

10,000 Indian construction workers to reach Israel

10,000 Indian construction workers to reach Israel

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

Following the conflict, Israel has banned the entry of Palestinian workers. The departure of several thousand other foreign workers, the Israeli construction industry has been facing a deep crisis.

Biden stumbles in first presidential debate with Trump

Biden stumbles in first presidential debate with Trump

Rediff.com29 Jun 2024

Joe Biden, seeking a second term in the White House, stumbled in his first televised presidential debate with his predecessor Donald Trump, setting off alarm bells among top Democrats about whether the incumbent President can stay atop in the gruelling months ahead of the elections.

What Will Biden's Israel Visit Achieve?

What Will Biden's Israel Visit Achieve?

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

On Wednesday, October 18, United States President Joe Biden arrived in Tel Aviv to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Israel strikes back at Syria after rocket attack

Israel strikes back at Syria after rocket attack

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

The Israel Defence Forces on Wednesday said that it struck several Syrian military targets after rockets were fired from Syria toward Israeli communities in the Golan Heights.

Israeli parents get nod for sperm retrieval from sons killed in war: Report

Israeli parents get nod for sperm retrieval from sons killed in war: Report

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Posthumous sperm retrieval during normal times can be done at the request of a widow without any need for legal bureaucracy, but parents who want their dead son's sperm to be retrieved and preserved must obtain an order from a family court.

How Long Will Israelis, Palestinians Weep?

How Long Will Israelis, Palestinians Weep?

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

Scenes of death and destruction from Gaza and Israel.

India backs Palestine's bid for full UN membership

India backs Palestine's bid for full UN membership

Rediff.com2 May 2024

India has voiced hope that Palestine's bid to become a full member of the United Nations, which was blocked by the United States last month, will be reconsidered and its endeavour to become a member of the world organisation will get endorsed.

In Grief, They Mourn Their Dead

In Grief, They Mourn Their Dead

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

Mourners pray next to bodies of Palestinians killed in Israeli air strikes during their funeral.

Explosions rock pro-Iran military base in Iraq

Explosions rock pro-Iran military base in Iraq

Rediff.com20 Apr 2024

However, the reason behind the explosions is not known as yet.

Iranian Prez urges Modi to stop Israel action in Gaza

Iranian Prez urges Modi to stop Israel action in Gaza

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi during a call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, urged India to use 'all its capacities' to end the Israeli actions in Gaza amid the ongoing conflict.

Exports up 9% in May; trade deficit widens to 7-month high

Exports up 9% in May; trade deficit widens to 7-month high

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

India's merchandise exports rose by 9.1 per cent to $38.13 billion in May even as the trade deficit widened to a seven-month high of $23.78 billion during the month, according to government data. Healthy growth in sectors, such as engineering, electronics, pharmaceuticals, textiles and plastics helped register growth in exports despite global economic uncertainties.

Paris 2024 Olympics may face cybersecurity nightmare

Paris 2024 Olympics may face cybersecurity nightmare

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Paris 2024 gearing up to face unprecedented cybersecurity threat

Did not ask for ceasefire in Gaza: Biden after speaking with Netanyahu

Did not ask for ceasefire in Gaza: Biden after speaking with Netanyahu

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

In a statement later, the White House said Biden and Netanyahu discussed Israel's military campaign in Gaza, including its "objectives and phasing".

Biden lands in Tel Aviv, to 'ask tough questions' from Netanyahu

Biden lands in Tel Aviv, to 'ask tough questions' from Netanyahu

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

United States President Joe Biden arrived in Tel Aviv on Wednesday to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and show support to its Middle Eastern ally as Israel entered into the 12th day of war against the Hamas terror group.

'Kamala Doesn't Have Feelings For India'

'Kamala Doesn't Have Feelings For India'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

'Never, not even once, has Kamala Harris said that she is Indian American. I know why.' 'From the Indian American community she can get maybe 1% percent votes. But if she says she's African American she gains about 20% votes.'

Other fronts may open up if Israel continues bombing Gaza: Iran FM

Other fronts may open up if Israel continues bombing Gaza: Iran FM

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Upon his arrival in Beirut on Thursday, the Iranian minister said, "Some European officials asked me if there were any chances that new fronts might open up against the Zionist regime?"

Israelis can decide: Biden on ground invasion of Gaza

Israelis can decide: Biden on ground invasion of Gaza

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

Amidst reports of an imminent ground invasion of Gaza by Israel, President Joe Biden has said that Israel can make its own decisions, as the United States firmly backs its ally while urging caution.

Gaza Hospital Attack And After

Gaza Hospital Attack And After

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Hamas claimed the attack on the Al-Ahli hospital in Gaza on Tuesday evening was an Israeli strike. Israel produced visual and audio evidence to claim that a rocket launched by Islamic Jihad -- a Hamas rival in the Gaza strip -- had misfired, hitting the hospital. The jury is out on what really happened, but truth may be a victim in the fog of war.

'For us, this attack was like 9/11'

'For us, this attack was like 9/11'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

'We thought all the Jews in the world could live securely in today's world, and that feeling is broken.'

Is India Distancing Itself From Israel?

Is India Distancing Itself From Israel?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

India's voting pattern in the United Nations with regard to the Israel-Palestine conflict is lately marked by a calibrated distancing from Israel, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Sensex climbs 305 points on buyingi in index heavyweights

Sensex climbs 305 points on buyingi in index heavyweights

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

Among the Sensex firms, Tata Motors, Tata Consultancy Services, IndusInd Bank, Power Grid, Bharti Airtel, Sun Pharma, JSW Steel and Tata Steel were the major gainers. On the other hand, Bajaj Finance, State Bank of India, Bajaj Finserv, Axis Bank and NTPC were among the laggards.

Jolt to Trudeau as Liberals lose stronghold in key Canadian by-poll

Jolt to Trudeau as Liberals lose stronghold in key Canadian by-poll

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

In a nail-biting finish, Conservative candidate Don Stewart won the Liberal stronghold of Toronto-St. Paul's by defeating Liberal Party's Leslie Church by 590 votes.

US strikes 2 sites 'used by Iranian troops' in Syria

US strikes 2 sites 'used by Iranian troops' in Syria

Rediff.com27 Oct 2023

The United States military forces on Thursday (US local time) conducted self-defence strikes on two facilities in eastern Syria used by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and affiliated groups.

10,000 Children Killed In 100 Day War

10,000 Children Killed In 100 Day War

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Children in Gaza face life threatening injuries, burns, disease, inadequate medical care, and losing their parents and loved ones.

Top US official to visit Israel for hostage release negotiations: Report

Top US official to visit Israel for hostage release negotiations: Report

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

After his visit to Brussels, McGurk will visit Israel where he is slated to meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defence Minister Yoav Gallant and senior security and intelligence officials.

Iranian Nuclear Deterrent On the Horizon

Iranian Nuclear Deterrent On the Horizon

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

The crises of the 21st century, 9/11, the economic meltdown, COVID-19, Russia-Iran war and the Hamas-Israel war seem to be never ending. In this situation, Iran might be contemplating a nuclear deterrent to defend itself, observes Ambassador T P Sreenivasan, the distinguished long-time Rediff contributor who turns 80 on June 17..

Major setback for Netanyahu as SC strikes down his judicial law

Major setback for Netanyahu as SC strikes down his judicial law

Rediff.com2 Jan 2024

Israel's Supreme Court overturned a contentious government plan to curtail the powers of the judiciary on Monday, The Times of Israel reported.

1 Indian killed, 2 others injured in anti-tank missile attack in Israel

1 Indian killed, 2 others injured in anti-tank missile attack in Israel

Rediff.com5 Mar 2024

The missile hit a plantation in Margaliot, a moshav (collective agricultural community), in the Galilee region in the north of Israel around 11 am on Monday, Zaki Heller, spokesperson for rescue services Magen David Adom (MDA), told PTI.

Hamas rejects Palestine ceasefire

Hamas rejects Palestine ceasefire

Rediff.com9 Feb 2005

'Our position is that there is no ceasefire offered to the Zionist enemy without a real price. We will keep calmness only if Israel makes commitments to release all Palestinian prisoners,' a spokesman said.

Sensex jumps 567 points on gains in financials and auto

Sensex jumps 567 points on gains in financials and auto

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Infosys, M&M, Tech Mahindra, Tata Steel, SBI and Maruti were also among the gainers. On the other hand, IndusInd, TCS, Titan and Asian Paints declined.

Israel's Gaza Offensive And The US Dilemma

Israel's Gaza Offensive And The US Dilemma

Rediff.com13 Oct 2023

Israel needs to come terms with the new reality that they are no longer invincible or the dominant power in the West Asian region, observes Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.