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Netanyahu's War On Iran Has No Future

Netanyahu's War On Iran Has No Future

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

An inconclusive end to this war will pose high risk for Netanyahu of a cascading demand for a regime change in Israel, predicts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Aatmanirbharta not at cost of nation's defence, says vice air chief

Aatmanirbharta not at cost of nation's defence, says vice air chief

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

The ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict has demonstrated the integration of multiple forces in domains of air, land, sea, cyber, information and space, and how they are "united" to achieve the goal, Vice Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal A P Singh, said on Friday.

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?"

Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh killed in attack on his Iran home

Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh killed in attack on his Iran home

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

The IRGC said that Ismail Haniyeh and one of his bodyguards were killed after their residence was targeted in Tehran.

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.

IDF delivers supplies to Gaza hospital that it is attacking

IDF delivers supplies to Gaza hospital that it is attacking

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) reported that its forces are operating in what was described as a targeted manner at Shifa Hospital in Gaza.

Top Hamas commanders linked to Oct 7 attack killed

Top Hamas commanders linked to Oct 7 attack killed

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

Lt Col Hecht spoke as the Israel Air Force killed Merad Abu Merad, Hamas' head of aerial activity, in Gaza City, who it said was responsible for directing terrorists during the October 7 massacre of Israelis in the western Negev.

Doval moots interoperability among central police forces

Doval moots interoperability among central police forces

Rediff.com24 May 2024

National security advisor Ajit Doval on Friday suggested that various central armed police forces of the country should have "jointness" and interoperability among themselves like the ongoing plan for the defence forces.

Each Of These Pictures Tell A Story

Each Of These Pictures Tell A Story

Rediff.com17 Jul 2025

Glimpses from around the world that will make you smile and cry.

After long delay, Hamas releases 4 Thai nationals among 17 more hostages

After long delay, Hamas releases 4 Thai nationals among 17 more hostages

Rediff.com26 Nov 2023

As per the details, the hostages include 13 Israeli citizens and four Thais, reported The Times of Israel on Sunday.

Iran's Supreme leader orders attack on Israel to avenge Hamas chief's killing

Iran's Supreme leader orders attack on Israel to avenge Hamas chief's killing

Rediff.com1 Aug 2024

Khamenei, who has the last word on all state matters and is also the commander in chief of the armed forces, instructed military commanders from the Revolutionary Guards and the army to prepare plans for both an attack and a defence in case the war expands and Israel or the US strike Iran, the officials said.

Israel Surrounds Gaza City

Israel Surrounds Gaza City

Rediff.com7 Nov 2023

The IDF attacks Hamas strongholds as more and more Palestinian civilians die in Israeli strikes.

Israeli troops gain control over Hamas strongholds

Israeli troops gain control over Hamas strongholds

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

Israel Defence Forces (IDF)'s 401st Brigade has eliminated approximately 150 terrorists and gained control over Hamas terrorist strongholds in northern Gaza.

US hit deep inside Iran nuke sites with 'bunker busters'

US hit deep inside Iran nuke sites with 'bunker busters'

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

In a high-risk military operation early Sunday, the United States launched coordinated airstrikes on three of Iran's most fortified nuclear sites -- Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan -- marking a decisive escalation in the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict.

Don't know what will happen: Trump as Hamas deadline approaches

Don't know what will happen: Trump as Hamas deadline approaches

Rediff.com15 Feb 2025

United States President Donald Trump said on Friday that he was not sure what would happen on Saturday at noon, a reference to the deadline he put in place earlier this week, saying 'let all hell break out' if Hamas does not release hostages still being held in Gaza by noon on Saturday.

Israeli tanks reach strategic intersection in Gaza City

Israeli tanks reach strategic intersection in Gaza City

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Gaza based channels reported spotting IDF tanks at the Netzer intersection in Gaza City, a strategic point deep inside the enclave.

SEE: Drone footage of Hamas chief's last moments

SEE: Drone footage of Hamas chief's last moments

Rediff.com18 Oct 2024

The video showed Sinwar sitting on a couch, surrounded by rubble, inside a damaged and dilapidated house.

'Sudarshan Chakra' will be India's own 'Iron Dome': CDS

'Sudarshan Chakra' will be India's own 'Iron Dome': CDS

Rediff.com26 Aug 2025

Gen Chauhan said a "whole of the nation" approach will be required to develop the shield.

Indian-origin soldier killed in car-ramming attack in West Bank

Indian-origin soldier killed in car-ramming attack in West Bank

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Staff Sergeant Geri Gideon Hanghal was a resident of Nof HaGalil and a soldier in the Kfir Brigade's Nahshon Battalion, the Israeli Army said.

Rockets hit 'mini-India' town in Israel

Rockets hit 'mini-India' town in Israel

Rediff.com10 Jul 2014

Dimona, an Israeli town described as a 'mini-India' by many for its 7,500-strong Indian Jewish community and home to a nuclear reactor, came under rocket attack from Palestinian militant group Hamas on Thursday.

Choose peace or face tragedy: Trump warns Iran against retaliation

Choose peace or face tragedy: Trump warns Iran against retaliation

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

In a Truth Social Post, Trump said, "This cannot continue. There will be either peace or there will be tragedy for Iran far greater than we have witnessed over the last eight days."

Israelis abroad return home to support nation amid Hamas attacks

Israelis abroad return home to support nation amid Hamas attacks

Rediff.com10 Oct 2023

Despite the ongoing war, many families are moving back to Israel to stand with the people in a time of crisis.

Israeli troops enter Gaza a 2nd time in overnight op

Israeli troops enter Gaza a 2nd time in overnight op

Rediff.com27 Oct 2023

The IDF said it hit anti-tank missile launch sites, military command and control centres, as well as Hamas terrorists.

India's Foreign Policy Needs Strategic Expansion

India's Foreign Policy Needs Strategic Expansion

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

The era where nations thrived through rigid alignments is giving way to an age where the connective State defines power. For India, that era has arrived, points out Dr Nishakant Ojha.

Nations League PIX: France, England win; Israel upset Belgium

Nations League PIX: France, England win; Israel upset Belgium

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Israel debutant Yarden Shua scored an 86th-minute winner as they upset more fancied Belgium 1-0 in Budapest on Sunday.

Air India diverts multiple flights as Iran closes airspace

Air India diverts multiple flights as Iran closes airspace

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

Air India on Friday announced that several of its international flights were either diverted or sent back to their origin due to the emerging situation in Iran and the closure of its airspace.

Israeli troops intensify ops inside southern Gaza

Israeli troops intensify ops inside southern Gaza

Rediff.com10 Dec 2023

IDF troops continued to operate deep inside the Gaza Strip on Saturday as fighter jets struck Hamas assets across the Palestinian enclave.

Grave mistake: Netanyahu warns Iran, Hezbollah after 'assassination' bid

Grave mistake: Netanyahu warns Iran, Hezbollah after 'assassination' bid

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

Netanyahu's response came after a drone was aimed at his residence in the Israeli town of Caesarea. He and his wife Sara were not at home at the time of the attack.

'Some people think we would have gone for PoK, but...'

'Some people think we would have gone for PoK, but...'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Lieutenant General Vinod Khandare (retired), former principal adviser to the Ministry of Defence, discusses the implications of Operation Sindoor, including its impact on India's diplomatic relations and the need for improved civil defense.

This Is The US Plane That Bombed Iran

This Is The US Plane That Bombed Iran

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

Around 4:30 am IST on Sunday, June 22, 2025, the United States launched an attack on three nuclear sites in Iran. With this, the US seems to have finally entered the war with Iran.

Hezbollah commander killed in Israeli airstrike amid ceasefire calls

Hezbollah commander killed in Israeli airstrike amid ceasefire calls

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

The United States has called for a 21 day ceasefire on the Israel-Lebanon border to prevent an escalation of war and give diplomacy a chance there and in Gaza.

Biden's meet with Arab leaders called off after Gaza hospital blast

Biden's meet with Arab leaders called off after Gaza hospital blast

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

Hundreds of people are feared dead after a deadly blast at a hospital in Gaza for which Hamas and Israel traded charges holding each other responsible for the incident.

'Pakistan May Get More Adventurous Towards India'

'Pakistan May Get More Adventurous Towards India'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2025

'What we need to watch is how Saudi Arabia's financial assistance will be used by Pakistan. If the funds go to build their military hardware and operations, it should worry us.'

3 babies dead as Gaza hospital goes 'out of service' amid Israeli fire

3 babies dead as Gaza hospital goes 'out of service' amid Israeli fire

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

Three babies died in the neonatal unit of Al-Shifa hospital located in northern Gaza after the hospital went 'out of service' amid continuous Israeli fire in the vicinity, CNN reported quoting the Hamas-controlled Ministry of Health on Saturday.

'Not enough done': Biden slams Israel over killing of Gaza aid workers

'Not enough done': Biden slams Israel over killing of Gaza aid workers

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

Seven aid workers who were working for the World Central Kitchen, a charity delivering food to besieged Palestinians, were killed in the Israeli airstrike in Gaza on Tuesday. The victims comprised three British nationals, an Australian, a Polish national, an American-Canadian dual citizen and a Palestinian.

Trump Is Closer Than Ever To Win The Nobel

Trump Is Closer Than Ever To Win The Nobel

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Trump couldn't care less anymore about the Israeli demand for Iran's 'de-nuclearisation' and 'de-militarisation.' Trump pins hopes on a grand bargain with Iran as a partner in America First, argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Operation Sindoor: Why Was ISI HQ Not Targeted?

Operation Sindoor: Why Was ISI HQ Not Targeted?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

What was the aim of Operation Sindoor? Why was the operation halted so soon? asks Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

Israeli troops, tanks inside Gaza, ground op underway

Israeli troops, tanks inside Gaza, ground op underway

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said that their overnight ground operation in the Gaza Strip involved clashes between troops and Hamas terrorists, The Times of Israel reported.

India calls for de-escalation as Iran attacks Israel

India calls for de-escalation as Iran attacks Israel

Rediff.com14 Apr 2024

India on Sunday said it is seriously concerned over escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran, and called for immediate de-escalation of the situation.

The Harop: India's Lethal Weapon

The Harop: India's Lethal Weapon

Rediff.com8 May 2025

The Israeli-made Harop drone is a powerful weapon that can operate silently in enemy territory and carry a significant payload.