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Hamas returns 3 hostages to Israel in first phase of ceasefire deal

Hamas returns 3 hostages to Israel in first phase of ceasefire deal

Rediff.com19 Jan 2025

The Israeli Defence Forces on Sunday confirmed that Hamas has released the three hostages and that they have been returned to Israeli territory.

How Adani Countered Hindenburg And Made The Boldest Comeback

How Adani Countered Hindenburg And Made The Boldest Comeback

Rediff.com22 Apr 2025

Hindenburg Research, the forensic financial firm that challenged the Adani Group, took its name from the infamous airship that burst into flames upon arriving in New Jersey in 1937. And the counter to its damning report against the conglomerate was dubbed 'Operation Zeppelin,' named after the German dirigible airships used for reconnaissance and bombing during the First World War.

Hamas releases 13 Israeli, 12 Thai hostages: Report

Hamas releases 13 Israeli, 12 Thai hostages: Report

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

The 13 Israeli hostages in ambulances are heading from southern Gaza's Khan Younis to the Rafah crossing into Israel, The Times of Israel reported citing an Israeli official.

'Deeply concerned': India calls for restraint amid escalating Iran-Israel tensions

'Deeply concerned': India calls for restraint amid escalating Iran-Israel tensions

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

India also advised its citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Iran.

Netanyahu's son apologises after tweet offends Indians

Netanyahu's son apologises after tweet offends Indians

Rediff.com28 Jul 2020

On Sunday, the 29-year-old Yair, who is very active on social media and often defends his father's policies, posted a picture of the Hindu goddess Durga, with the face of Liat Ben Ari, the prosecutor in his father's corruption cases, superimposed over the goddess' face. Her many arms were also raised giving the middle finger.

IDF frees soldier captured by Hamas during ground op

IDF frees soldier captured by Hamas during ground op

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Monday said that a soldier captured by the Hamas terror group has been rescued during ground operations and she is now with her family.

Israel's chief of military intel quits over Oct 7 Hamas attack

Israel's chief of military intel quits over Oct 7 Hamas attack

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

Israel's military intelligence chief Major-General Aharon Haliva resigned on Monday, citing failure to prevent Hamas's deadly surprise attack last October.

Can Iran Expect Help From Putin Now?

Can Iran Expect Help From Putin Now?

Rediff.com23 Jun 2025

Will Russia's entry deter Trump on his warpath?, asks Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Embassy blast: Netanyahu thanks Modi for efforts to protect Israelis

Embassy blast: Netanyahu thanks Modi for efforts to protect Israelis

Rediff.com2 Feb 2021

In his conversation with Netanyahu over phone, Modi assured him that India accords the highest importance to the safety and security of Israeli diplomats and premises, a PMO statement said.

Israel says Houthis have hijacked India-bound vessel

Israel says Houthis have hijacked India-bound vessel

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

Taking to X, the Israeli Prime Minister's Office said, 'Israel strongly condemns the Iranian attack against an international vessel. The ship, which is owned by a British company and is operated by a Japanese firm, was hijacked with Iran's guidance by the Yemenite Houthi militia.'

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.

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.

Targeting of civilians in Gaza a heinous crime, MBS tells Sunak

Targeting of civilians in Gaza a heinous crime, MBS tells Sunak

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Saudi Arabia Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and noted that the targeting of civilians in Gaza was a "heinous crime and a brutal attack", Arab News reported citing the Saudi Press Agency.

Israel rescues soccer fans attacked by mob in Amsterdam

Israel rescues soccer fans attacked by mob in Amsterdam

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

An eyewitness captured a video verified by Reuters showing a group of men running near Amsterdam central station, chasing and assaulting other men, as police sirens sounded.

Day after Nasrallah, Israel kills another top Hezbollah leader Qaouk

Day after Nasrallah, Israel kills another top Hezbollah leader Qaouk

Rediff.com29 Sep 2024

Qaouk was a commander of Hezbollah's preventative security unit and a member of their executive council.

Israel, Hezbollah agree for ceasefire after months of all-out war

Israel, Hezbollah agree for ceasefire after months of all-out war

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

Describing the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah as the deadliest in decades, Biden said lasting security for the people of the two countries cannot be achieved only on the battlefield.

'Netanyahu should resign!'

'Netanyahu should resign!'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

'He is ultimately responsible for this failure, having ignored warnings from Egypt and the US about the attacks.'

Bibi says no deal as US cites bid to broker truce

Bibi says no deal as US cites bid to broker truce

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

He asserted that if a deal emerges the Israeli public will be updated.

Confident that India will ensure safety of Israelis: Netanyahu

Confident that India will ensure safety of Israelis: Netanyahu

Rediff.com29 Jan 2021

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday expressed 'full confidence' in the Indian authorities in ensuring the safety of Israelis and Jews in India following a blast close to the country's embassy in New Delhi.

New Israeli govt to be sworn in, ending Netanyahu's 12-yr reign

New Israeli govt to be sworn in, ending Netanyahu's 12-yr reign

Rediff.com13 Jun 2021

Israel's parliament is set to vote on Sunday on a new government led by Yamina head Naftali Bennett, ousting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from power after an uninterrupted 12 years at the helm of affairs.

As long as America exists, ...: Blinken vows support to Israel

As long as America exists, ...: Blinken vows support to Israel

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

In a joint presser with Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday, Blinken vowed his support to Tel Aviv and also lauded the bravery of Israeli citizens amid the ongoing conflict that has claimed the lives of over 1,300 Israelis.

Israel declares 48-hour emergency amid tension with Lebanon

Israel declares 48-hour emergency amid tension with Lebanon

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

As tensions continue to rise, the Israeli public remains on high alert, bracing for the possibility of further incidents.

Modi begins 'groundbreaking' visit, Netanyahu says 'historic'

Modi begins 'groundbreaking' visit, Netanyahu says 'historic'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2017

In a break from protocol, Netanyahu received Modi at the Ben-Gurion International Airport.

7th top Hezbollah leader killed as Israel bombs Beirut, strikes Houthis too

7th top Hezbollah leader killed as Israel bombs Beirut, strikes Houthis too

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

A day after killing of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah in an airstrike in Beirut, Israel conducted widespread strikes in Lebanon on Sunday, killing over 100 people. The Israeli Air Force (IAF) also launched airstrikes on military targets in Yemen, specifically targeting Houthi-controlled sites, including power plants and a seaport.

Why Do We Believe Israel, And Not Iran?

Why Do We Believe Israel, And Not Iran?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

At the end of the day, for many worldwide, the ongoing mutual attacks between Israel and Iran would seem a contest devoid of any moral high ground and only a bout between two ordinary adversaries, one that nevertheless risks spinning out of control into a larger conflagration, notes Shyam G Menon.

Now, Bahrain agrees to normalise relations with Israel

Now, Bahrain agrees to normalise relations with Israel

Rediff.com11 Sep 2020

For decades, most Arab states have boycotted Israel, insisting they would only establish ties after the Palestinian dispute was settled.

IMEC: Project Biden Thinks Hamas Targeted

IMEC: Project Biden Thinks Hamas Targeted

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu termed it the 'largest cooperation project in our history', one that would 'change the face of the Middle East, Israel, and impact the entire world'.

Scrapped $500 million Israeli missile deal back on track: Netanyahu

Scrapped $500 million Israeli missile deal back on track: Netanyahu

Rediff.com18 Jan 2018

The deal was cancelled a few weeks ahead of Netanyahu's visit to India and its renewal is considered to be a major strategic achievement.

Gaza offensive continues as Israel marks 100 days of hostages in captivity

Gaza offensive continues as Israel marks 100 days of hostages in captivity

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu marked 100 days of Israel's war against Hamas in the Gaza Strip on Saturday night by reiterating his vow to continue fighting until the Palestinian terror group is defeated.

Netanyahu quarantined after aide tested positive for COVID-19

Netanyahu quarantined after aide tested positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com30 Mar 2020

Paluch, Netanyahu's adviser on ultra-Orthodox affairs, tested positive hours after her husband was hospitalised with COVID-19.

We are at war, enemy will pay an unprecedented price: Israel PM

We are at war, enemy will pay an unprecedented price: Israel PM

Rediff.com7 Oct 2023

The enemy will pay an unprecedented price, Netanyahu warned as the Israeli army called for mobilisation of reservists.

Israel strikes back at Iran, blasts reported in Isfahan region

Israel strikes back at Iran, blasts reported in Isfahan region

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

Israel launched missile strikes against Tehran during early hours on Friday (local time), ABC News reported citing a senior United States official.

Israel polls: Netanyahu trails as 90% votes counted

Israel polls: Netanyahu trails as 90% votes counted

Rediff.com18 Sep 2019

The Central Election Committee (CEC) said that Blue and White party seemed to be taking a lead over Likud after 91 per cent votes were counted.

The Hamas Attacks, A Year On

The Hamas Attacks, A Year On

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Israel on Monday marked the first anniversary of the October 7, 2023 attacks by Hamas terrorists, the deadliest in the Zionist State's history, which sparked the brutal war in Gaza.

Israel attacks Iran's military targets in retaliation

Israel attacks Iran's military targets in retaliation

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

The IDF noted that the strikes are being conducted in response to "relentless attacks" from Iran and its proxies since October 7, adding that Israel has the "right and the duty to respond."

Israel targets weapons depots in Beirut; Iran cancels all flights

Israel targets weapons depots in Beirut; Iran cancels all flights

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) intensified its campaign in Lebanon with targeted airstrikes on Hezbollah strongholds in Beirut, hitting key weapons depots and terror infrastructure overnight, according to a report by Times of Israel.

Modi congratulates new Israel PM Naftali Bennett

Modi congratulates new Israel PM Naftali Bennett

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

In his tweets, Modi also conveyed his "profound gratitude" to Benjamin Netanyahu, whose long tenure as Israeli prime minister ended on Sunday.

Israel's Netanyahu under fire over son's remarks on strip-club tape

Israel's Netanyahu under fire over son's remarks on strip-club tape

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

The recording, which was aired on Israel's Channel 2 on Monday night, shows Netanyahu's son Yair having a conversation with his friends and making derogatory remarks about the strippers and the waitresses in the strip club in 2015, reported CNN.

Netanyahu clinches deal to form hardline coalition govt

Netanyahu clinches deal to form hardline coalition govt

Rediff.com7 May 2015

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has clinched an 11th-hour deal with a right-wing party to form a hardline coalition government that could pose a major challenge to any global initiative to break the logjam in peace talks with the Palestinians.

Netanyahu celebrates surprise electoral landslide in Israel

Netanyahu celebrates surprise electoral landslide in Israel

Rediff.com18 Mar 2015

Netanyahu's right-wing Likud party has claimed a stunning victory in the election.