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Khamenei killing sparks mourning, protests across India

Khamenei killing sparks mourning, protests across India

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Following reports of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death, widespread protests erupted in Kashmir, with demonstrators expressing strong anti-US and anti-Israel sentiments.

Hamas attack: Under fire, Netanyahu apologises for blaming security services

Hamas attack: Under fire, Netanyahu apologises for blaming security services

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

His comments evoked sharp criticism following which it was deleted.

'Conspicuously muted': Sonia Gandhi slams govt's Palestine stance

'Conspicuously muted': Sonia Gandhi slams govt's Palestine stance

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi criticizes the Modi government's stance on Palestine, calling it a 'profound silence' and an abdication of humanity and morality. She argues that India needs to demonstrate leadership on the issue and that the government's actions are driven by personal friendship rather than constitutional values or strategic interests.

Pahalgam attack: What Putin, Trump, Netanyahu said

Pahalgam attack: What Putin, Trump, Netanyahu said

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

World leaders, including US President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, condemned the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir that killed 26 people, expressing solidarity with India. The attack was claimed by The Resistance Front (TRF), a proxy of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist group. The attack came during US Vice President J D Vance's maiden visit to India. Prime Minister Modi, who had arrived in Saudi Arabia on a two-day visit earlier in the day, cut short his visit and departed for New Delhi on Tuesday night following the attack.

Has Modi Sacrificed Palestine For Israel Bonhomie?

Has Modi Sacrificed Palestine For Israel Bonhomie?

Rediff.com10 Sep 2025

It is high time India ends its silence on the human cost of the Gaza war and takes a principled stand without diluting its relations with Israel. A largely friendless Tel Aviv today needs New Delhi more than the other way around. India's failure now may cost it diplomatically in the long run, cautions M R Narayan Swamy.

At least 413 Palestinians killed after Israel strikes Gaza

At least 413 Palestinians killed after Israel strikes Gaza

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

"Israel will, from now on, act against Hamas with increasing military strength," Netanyahu's office said.

Sonia slams Centre's silence on Khamenei's killing

Sonia slams Centre's silence on Khamenei's killing

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Sonia Gandhi has criticised the Modi government's silence on the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader, arguing it raises doubts about India's foreign policy direction and credibility.

Elon Musk is Israel, meets Netanyahu, visits Kfar Aza attacked by Hamas

Elon Musk is Israel, meets Netanyahu, visits Kfar Aza attacked by Hamas

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

Musk also heard the tale of 4-year-old Israeli-American Avigail Idan, who was taken to Gaza and freed on Sunday as a result of a hostage negotiation.

Netanyahu's wife convicted of misusing state funds

Netanyahu's wife convicted of misusing state funds

Rediff.com16 Jun 2019

She was ordered to pay a fine of 10,000 shekels (around $ 2,800) by a magistrate's court in Jerusalem.

What's Trump Up To This Time?

What's Trump Up To This Time?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

This year's Rose Monday Parade on March 3, 2025 attracted thousands of spectators to the streets of Dusseldorf.

What Happens When Trump's Deadline Expires?

What Happens When Trump's Deadline Expires?

Rediff.com7 Apr 2026

Trump may strike. He may announce productive talks and extend again. He may do both at the same time. Iran will not open the Strait on someone else's terms, so no matter what happens, that problem will remain unsolved. And the IRGC will still be collecting its $2 million toll from every ship bold enough to ask permission to pass.

Netanyahu puts off trip to India, 2nd time this year

Netanyahu puts off trip to India, 2nd time this year

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

Informed sources said Netanyahu spoke to Prime Minister Modi earlier on Tuesday and both of them agreed to cancel their scheduled meeting in New Delhi on September 9 due to the repeat polls in Israel on September 17.

Did Trump block Israel's plot to assassinate Iran's Khamenei?

Did Trump block Israel's plot to assassinate Iran's Khamenei?

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Over the weekend, one senior US official told CNN, the Israelis had an opportunity to kill Iran's supreme leader.

Netanyahu-led coalition to form govt in Israel

Netanyahu-led coalition to form govt in Israel

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

Former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu led right-wing bloc has secured an emphatic victory in Israel's general elections by claiming 64 out of the 120 seats in parliament, bringing the country's longest-serving premier back at the helm after a brief gap and also ending prolonged political instability.

Israel issues new map showing Kashmir in India, but northeast in Nepal

Israel issues new map showing Kashmir in India, but northeast in Nepal

Rediff.com15 Jun 2025

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Saturday issued a new graphic showing Kashmir as Indian territory, rectifying their previous mistake.

Trump exits G7 Summit early 'to deal with Middle East'

Trump exits G7 Summit early 'to deal with Middle East'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

US President Donald Trump has cut short his visit to Canada, where he was to attend G7 Summit meetings, to return to Washington, DC, a day earlier amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel.

'Trump's Aims In This War Have Been Inconsistent, Changing, Contradictory'

'Trump's Aims In This War Have Been Inconsistent, Changing, Contradictory'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

'What we have yet to see on either the US or the Iranian side is willingness to compromise on their ultimate demands and the flexibility to reach an agreement to end the war.

Netanyahu gave Mossad the nod: Report

Netanyahu gave Mossad the nod: Report

Rediff.com21 Feb 2010

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu authorised Mossad, the country's spy agency, to kill senior Hamas commander Mahmoud al-Mahbouh in Dubai, a media report has claimed.

Iran will 'never be able to rebuild' nuke facilities: Trump

Iran will 'never be able to rebuild' nuke facilities: Trump

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

United States President Donald Trump has stated that Iran will 'never be able to rebuild' its nuclear facilities following recent American airstrikes carried out under 'Operation Midnight Hammer' over the weekend while claiming that the sites were now 'under rock', referring to Iran's nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan.

The Dangers Of Sanchar Snoop

The Dangers Of Sanchar Snoop

Rediff.com6 Dec 2025

Once the OS layer is opened to the State, it doesn't close, notes Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

Obama calls Netanyahu and Morsi over Gaza violence

Obama calls Netanyahu and Morsi over Gaza violence

Rediff.com15 Nov 2012

United States President Barack Obama has called the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his Egyptian counterpart Mohamed Morsi amidst escalating violence in Gaza.

Grand welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan, visit to Rajghat: Netanyahu on Day 2

Grand welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan, visit to Rajghat: Netanyahu on Day 2

Rediff.com16 Jan 2018

After having an eventful first day in India, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has begun his second day of his six-day visit. On Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi broke protocol and received his 'friend' Netanyahu at the airport following which they made their way to Teen Murti Chowk, which was officially renamed Teen Murti Haifa Chowk. The day ended with a private dinner between the two world leaders. Here's what Netanyahu is up to on his second day.

Refrained from further attack on Iran after Trump's call: Israel

Refrained from further attack on Iran after Trump's call: Israel

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

The Israeli Prime Minister's Office on Tuesday evening noted that after a conversation between United States President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel has 'refrained' from further attacks on Iran.

59% of Bihar's unregistered parties skip audit, donation reports

59% of Bihar's unregistered parties skip audit, donation reports

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

A report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) reveals that a significant number of registered unrecognised political parties in Bihar have not made their mandatory financial disclosures public for 2023-24.

Israeli strikes kill 70 in Gaza despite Trump's call to stop bombing

Israeli strikes kill 70 in Gaza despite Trump's call to stop bombing

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

The Israeli strikes in recent weeks have affected more than one million Gazans, forcing them to vacate the area and move towards southern Gaza.

Trump As Jabba The Hutt

Trump As Jabba The Hutt

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Glimpses from the traditional annual Fallas Festival in Valencia, Spain.

Netanyahu in Mumbai, to pay tributes to 26/11 victims

Netanyahu in Mumbai, to pay tributes to 26/11 victims

Rediff.com18 Jan 2018

There may be a one-on-one meeting between Fadnavis and Netanyahu, after which the chief minister will host a lunch for the Israeli premier and his delegation.

I am accepting this...: What Nobel Peace prize winner told Trump

I am accepting this...: What Nobel Peace prize winner told Trump

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Trump, who had expected to receive the prize for his efforts to "end seven wars," also linked the conflict in Ukraine to his broader peacemaking claims.

Netanyahu submits resignation over Gaza withdrawal

Netanyahu submits resignation over Gaza withdrawal

Rediff.com7 Aug 2005

Israeli Finance Minister Benjamin Netanyahu resigned on Sunday to protest the planned withdrawal from the Gaza Strip and part of the West Bank, but the dramatic step was unlikely to scuttle next week's pullout.\n\n

India calls for humanitarian aid in Gaza, stresses hostage release

India calls for humanitarian aid in Gaza, stresses hostage release

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

India has expressed concern over the situation in Gaza and called for the supply of humanitarian assistance to the affected people as Israel resumed bombing in conflict-hit Palestinian territory, shattering a fragile ceasefire with Hamas. India also underlined the need to release all hostages held by Hamas. The country's comments came as Israel pounded Hamas targets in Gaza, triggering uncertainty over the ceasefire that came into effect on January 19. According to the Hamas-run health ministry, over 400 people were killed in the Israeli bombing.

Will eradicate Hamas if Gaza truce fails: Trump

Will eradicate Hamas if Gaza truce fails: Trump

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

A day after Israel claimed that Hamas had violated the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, United States President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) issued a stark warning to the militant group, saying it would face 'eradication' if it violated a truce in the region.

Trump by his side, Rubio backs claim of preventing India-Pak war

Trump by his side, Rubio backs claim of preventing India-Pak war

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Rubio also listed the peace deal between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, 'a 12-day war that ended with an American operation that we're the only country in the world that could have done, hopefully pretty soon a peace deal between Azerbaijan and Armenia.'

Modi meets Netanyahu, discusses cyber security, defence

Modi meets Netanyahu, discusses cyber security, defence

Rediff.com29 Sep 2014

Prime Minister, Narendra Modi met Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu in New York, marking the first meeting between an Israeli prime minister and the prime minister of India in more than a decade.

10 Must Watch Movies From Around The World

10 Must Watch Movies From Around The World

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Aseem Chhabra lists his top 10 films from this year's Sundance festival, a blend of narratives and documentaries made in the US and other parts of the world.

Iran launches barrage of missiles on Israel, 3 killed

Iran launches barrage of missiles on Israel, 3 killed

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

Israel's ongoing airstrikes and Iran's retaliation raised concerns about all-out war between the countries and propelled the region, already on edge, into even greater upheaval.

Iran's Consul-General: 'We Hold The Upper Hand'

Iran's Consul-General: 'We Hold The Upper Hand'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2026

'Despite the large number of missiles and drones we have already launched, we still possess reserves and missile cities whose doors have not yet been opened,' says Iran's Consul-General Saeid Reza Mosayeb Motlagh.

Biden dials Netanyahu after a month, reiterates two-state solution to end war

Biden dials Netanyahu after a month, reiterates two-state solution to end war

Rediff.com20 Jan 2024

The US President also discussed the ongoing efforts to secure the release of all remaining hostages under Hamas captivity and reviewed the situation in Gaza.

War In The Strait Of Hormuz Has Landed On A Tawa In Mumbai

War In The Strait Of Hormuz Has Landed On A Tawa In Mumbai

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

The LPG squeeze on India's restaurant sector is the quotidian face of a deeper crisis.

Priyanka Gandhi carries 'Palestine' bag to Parliament

Priyanka Gandhi carries 'Palestine' bag to Parliament

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

In a show of support for the people of Palestine, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday carried a bag to Parliament that had 'Palestine' emblazoned on it.

UNSC approves Trump's Gaza peace plan

UNSC approves Trump's Gaza peace plan

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

The United Nations Security Council has adopted a draft resolution endorsing United States President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan and authorising the establishment of an international stabilisation force in the enclave, with the American leader describing it as a 'moment of true historic proportion'.