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'Saudi Arabia Won't Align With Pakistan Against India'

'Saudi Arabia Won't Align With Pakistan Against India'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

'The background for the Saudi-Pakistan agreement is the fact that the regional security order has collapsed due to the Israeli attack on Doha.' 'The Americans have largely abandoned their security guarantee for West Asia and the region has no choice but to look at alternatives.'

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."

Hamas attack: Won't rest until ...., says Israel's ex-security official

Hamas attack: Won't rest until ...., says Israel's ex-security official

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Barel said Israel was currently in a state of war and there was a sequence of challenges and tasks at hand.

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.

Iran behind India, Georgia bombings, says Israel

Iran behind India, Georgia bombings, says Israel

Rediff.com13 Feb 2012

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday blamed Iran and its "protege" Hezbollah of carrying out the twin bomb attacks on Israeli diplomats in India and Georgia, accusing Tehran of being the "world's largest terror exporter".

When Moshe and Netanyahu visited Moshe's old home

When Moshe and Netanyahu visited Moshe's old home

Rediff.com19 Jan 2018

'The Indian and Israeli rabbis were singing a small departure song for brave little Moshe, who had spent many, likely, heartbreaking but bittersweet hours at this home of his babyhood, looking at the drawings his mother had made for him, that were still up in his room.'

Modi, Netanyahu sign 7 pacts, vow to do 'much more together' against terror

Modi, Netanyahu sign 7 pacts, vow to do 'much more together' against terror

Rediff.com5 Jul 2017

Modi said during their talks he and Netanyahu agreed to to do much more together to combat terrorism to protect their strategic interests.

At least 200 Israelis killed in Hamas's worst ever attack

At least 200 Israelis killed in Hamas's worst ever attack

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

A surprise attack by Hamas militants from Gaza at daybreak killed at least 200 Israelis on Saturday even as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared "war" and said his country would extract an "unprecedented price" from its enemy.

US rejects Israeli call to strike at Iran

US rejects Israeli call to strike at Iran

Rediff.com9 Nov 2010

Israel has told the US to keep a military strike option open to stop Iran from developing nuclear weapons, a suggestion rejected by Washington. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made the suggestion reportedly to the US Vice President Joe Biden during talks in New Orleans on Sunday.

Indian-origin Israeli soldier killed in Gaza fighting, says mayor

Indian-origin Israeli soldier killed in Gaza fighting, says mayor

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

A 20-year-old Indian-origin soldier was among 17 Israeli soldiers killed fighting in Gaza, according to the mayor of the town in southern Israel where the deceased had resided.

Israel vows to strike back as Iran fires 180 missiles

Israel vows to strike back as Iran fires 180 missiles

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Khamenei captioned the post as 'Victory from God and a near conquest...' In another post, he said, 'The strikes of the resistance front on the worn-out and decaying body of the Zionist regime will be more striking.'

'Persona non grata': Israel bans UN chief from entering country

'Persona non grata': Israel bans UN chief from entering country

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Earlier in response to Iran's rocket barrage on Israel on Tuesday night the UN Chief had said, "I condemn the broadening of the Middle East conflict with escalation after escalation. This must stop. We absolutely need a ceasefire.."

India takes note of Pak Army chief's meetings in Washington

India takes note of Pak Army chief's meetings in Washington

Rediff.com21 Dec 2023

The Pakistan Army chief arrived in Washington last week on his first official visit to the US.

Moving to the next stage of war in Gaza: Israel defence forces

Moving to the next stage of war in Gaza: Israel defence forces

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

Israel Defence Forces (IDF) has re-issued urgent calls for civilians in Gaza to move south as the ground forces move to the next phase of its war with the terrorist group Hamas.

Israel threatens unilateral moves against Palestinians

Israel threatens unilateral moves against Palestinians

Rediff.com6 Apr 2014

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday threatened the Palestinians with unilateral steps over their renewed statehood bid and asserted that Israel will not seek a peace deal "at any price".

Tension escalates as Iran seizes Israel-linked ship near Strait of Hormuz

Tension escalates as Iran seizes Israel-linked ship near Strait of Hormuz

Rediff.com13 Apr 2024

The MSC Aries was last seen on Friday, sailing towards the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Dubai, according to The Times of Israel.

Israel will agree to freeze construction: Clinton

Israel will agree to freeze construction: Clinton

Rediff.com26 Jul 2009

US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has said Tel Aviv will have a new accord with Washington to temporarily freeze construction in West Bank, even as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that the bonds between the two countries are "steadfast".

Israeli PM supports a limited Palestinian state

Israeli PM supports a limited Palestinian state

Rediff.com15 Jun 2009

In a bid to ease tensions with the new US administration, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called for the creation of a limited Palestinian state for the first time, saying it would have to be disarmed. "Israel cannot agree to a Palestinian state unless it gets guarantees it is demilitarised," Netanyahu said.

Israel releases 30 Palestinians; Hamas frees 12 hostages

Israel releases 30 Palestinians; Hamas frees 12 hostages

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

As part of the deal, Israel has halted aerial surveillance above the enclave for some six hours daily to allow Hamas to locate all the hostages, which are held in separate locations, the Jerusalem Post reported.

'Israel Uses Starvation As A Weapon In Gaza'

'Israel Uses Starvation As A Weapon In Gaza'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2025

'The ruling elite are supporting those attacking the people of Gaza.' 'As a nation we should not cooperate with the oppressor regime that is allowing mass starvation as a weapon of war.'

Global condolences pour in after Ahmedabad plane crash

Global condolences pour in after Ahmedabad plane crash

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

UN chief Antonio Guterres, US President Donald Trump, his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney were among scores of world leaders who offered condolences to the people of India in wake of the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

Countries should be mindful of...: Jaishankar on Gaza war

Countries should be mindful of...: Jaishankar on Gaza war

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

When asked the reason for India's abstention from a resolution in the UN General Assembly on October 27, 2023, regarding the protection of civilians and upholding legal and humanitarian obligations, Jaishankar said there were many resolutions in the UN General Assembly and in some India abstained and in some, it voted in favour.

Iran warns Israel of possible action, says regime crossed red lines

Iran warns Israel of possible action, says regime crossed red lines

Rediff.com29 Oct 2023

Mentioning the recent attacks on US forces in Syria and Iraq, he added, "The US sent messages to the Axis of Resistance but received a clear response on the battlefield."

Iran 'concludes' op with a warning; not yet over, says Israel

Iran 'concludes' op with a warning; not yet over, says Israel

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, Sardar Bagheri, has said that the military operation against Israel has 'concluded' from Tehran's side, while issuing warning that if the United States helps Israel in their possible next actions, their bases will 'not have any security', and will be dealt with, according to CNN.

Stand in solidarity with Israel: Modi, world leaders condemn attack

Stand in solidarity with Israel: Modi, world leaders condemn attack

Rediff.com7 Oct 2023

World leaders condemned the ghastly attack on Israel by Hamas terrorists.

Gaza war: 48 days, over 2,100 deaths

Gaza war: 48 days, over 2,100 deaths

Rediff.com24 Aug 2014

Two Palestinians were killed in an Israeli air strike in Gaza on Sunday, a day after Egypt called for an open-ended ceasefire to enable fresh truce negotiations to end the 48-day war which has left over 2,100 people dead in the coastal strip.

'Fauda' crew member 'killed in action' in Gaza

'Fauda' crew member 'killed in action' in Gaza

Rediff.com13 Nov 2023

Meir was serving in the 551st Brigade's 697th Battalion. Four soldiers of the battalion, including Meir, were killed in the incident on November 10.

US cautions Israel against 'reoccupying Gaza'

US cautions Israel against 'reoccupying Gaza'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said on 'CNN This Morning' that 'the President still believes that a reoccupation of Gaza by Israeli forces is not good. It's not good for Israel; it's not good for the Israeli people'.

Israel attacked its own to tarnish India-Iran ties: Iran

Israel attacked its own to tarnish India-Iran ties: Iran

Rediff.com14 Feb 2012

Iran has blamed Israel for carrying out an attack on its own embassy members in New Delhi to "tarnish Iran's friendly ties with India."

No info on who carried out attack in Delhi: White House

No info on who carried out attack in Delhi: White House

Rediff.com14 Feb 2012

The United States has no information yet on which organisation or people were involved in the bombing on an Israeli diplomat's vehicle in New Delhi and attempted attack on Israeli diplomatic personnel in Georgia, the White House has said. "We have no information yet on who is responsible for these attacks, so we are still evaluating what happened," said Jay Carney, White House press secretary.

Blast in Tel Aviv, peace remains elusive in Gaza

Blast in Tel Aviv, peace remains elusive in Gaza

Rediff.com21 Nov 2012

A bomb ripped through a bus in Tel Aviv on Wednesday, wounding 27 people and causing a major setback to peace efforts of the world's top diplomats, on the eighth day of violent conflict between Israel and Hamas which has claimed at least 150 lives.

Israel claims Hamas rocket downed Gaza hospital

Israel claims Hamas rocket downed Gaza hospital

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

However, Palestinian Ambassador to the United Nations, Riyad Mansour countered the Israeli prime minister's claim.

'Israel PM ordered preparations for Iran attack in 2010'

'Israel PM ordered preparations for Iran attack in 2010'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2012

Israel's hawkish Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had ordered security forces to prepare for an attack on Iran's nuclear facilities in 2010, but his military chief and top spy refused to follow orders, calling the move "illegal" and akin to "stealing a war".

'Palestinians should perish from this world'

'Palestinians should perish from this world'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2010

Just ahead of renewed peace talks between Israel and the Palestine, an influential Israeli spiritual leader has denounced the move, dubbing the Palestinians and their leader "an evil and bitter enemies of Israel" who should "perish from this world."

NIA takes over Israel embassy blast probe

NIA takes over Israel embassy blast probe

Rediff.com2 Feb 2021

A minor IED blast took place near the Israeli embassy in the heart of Lutyens' Delhi on Friday evening.

Ireland, Norway, Spain recognise Palestine state as Israel seethes

Ireland, Norway, Spain recognise Palestine state as Israel seethes

Rediff.com22 May 2024

As several countries recognised Palestinian statehood on Wednesday, Israel's Foreign Minister, Israel Katz sent a clear and unequivocal message to Ireland and Norway stressing, "Israel will not remain silent."

War in Gaza: 400 Israelis, 313 Palestinians killed so far

War in Gaza: 400 Israelis, 313 Palestinians killed so far

Rediff.com8 Oct 2023

Both Israel and Hamas claimed that gunfights were ongoing at numerous locations within Israeli territory.

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.

Resume peace talks with Palestine: US to Israel

Resume peace talks with Palestine: US to Israel

Rediff.com9 Jun 2009

United States envoy to the Middle East on Tuesday pressed Israel on "prompt resumption" of the stalled peace talks with Palestine, amid sharp differences between Washington and Tel Aviv over settlement activities in disputed areas.

Will stop weapons supply if...: Biden warns Israel

Will stop weapons supply if...: Biden warns Israel

Rediff.com9 May 2024

It is the first time that Biden has made such a statement, adding that the weapons sent could also be used in the operation to target the population centres.