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Israel deploys hundreds of tanks, soldiers on Gaza border

Israel deploys hundreds of tanks, soldiers on Gaza border

Rediff.com19 Oct 2023

Israeli tanks and troops mounted on armoured vehicles were deployed in the region, seeming to suggest that a ground assault on Hamas in their backyard, Gaza, could begin any time soon.

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.

Israeli forces now operating deep into southern Gaza

Israeli forces now operating deep into southern Gaza

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

Israeli forces are now operating in the heart of Khan Yunis, southern Gaza's largest city, the Israel Defence Forces said on Tuesday.

Palestinians have been denied their homeland: Jaishankar

Palestinians have been denied their homeland: Jaishankar

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

He stated that what transpired on October 7 was a 'terrorist attack' but also acknowledged, in reference to the Israeli counteroffensive in Gaza, that every response must take into account something called international humanitarian law.

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.

Israeli air strikes target mosque in West Bank

Israeli air strikes target mosque in West Bank

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Sunday said that IDF and Israel Securities Authorities carried out an aerial strike at the Al-Ansar Mosque in Jenin, a city in West Bank.

This Is What WAR Looks Like

This Is What WAR Looks Like

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Israeli soldiers and tanks on the move in Gaza. Palestinians killed and wounded in Israeli strikes. When will it all end?

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.

Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital cut off as tanks surround it, says WHO

Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital cut off as tanks surround it, says WHO

Rediff.com12 Nov 2023

This comes after it was reported that the hospital has been facing repeated attacks.

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.

War in Gaza: 1,000 killed, 5,000 injured so far

War in Gaza: 1,000 killed, 5,000 injured so far

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

Meanwhile, the Israel Defence Forces said they have killed some 1,500 terrorists in Israeli territory after Hamas launched an attack on Israeli border communities, The Times of Israel reported.

Gaza will never go back to what it was: Israeli defence minister

Gaza will never go back to what it was: Israeli defence minister

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant on Tuesday said the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) is moving to 'full offence' against Hamas targets as the counter-offensive in the wake of the terror attacks rages on, The Times of Israel reported.

Can Biden Force Israel To Cease Fire?

Can Biden Force Israel To Cease Fire?

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

Protests continue to demand both an immediate Israeli ceasefire and the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza.

West Asia conflict escalates, Iran fires 100 missiles towards Israel

West Asia conflict escalates, Iran fires 100 missiles towards Israel

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

Hezbollah is upset that the IDF exposed their plans to massacre Israelis, so they decided to target innocent civilians by firing a barrage of rockets, the IDF further said.

120 rockets fired from Lebanon as Israel observes Yom Kippur

120 rockets fired from Lebanon as Israel observes Yom Kippur

Rediff.com12 Oct 2024

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said on Saturday that multiple rocket launches have been identified from Lebanon since the Yom Kippur fast started. Two UAVs were identified crossing from Lebanon into central Israel, according to IDF. A hit on a civilian building was identified and one UAV was intercepted.

Poised to enter Gaza, IDF says it's ready for 'anything and everything'

Poised to enter Gaza, IDF says it's ready for 'anything and everything'

Rediff.com21 Oct 2023

Amid escalating tensions in its ongoing war with Hamas, Israel is making strategic preparations for an imminent ground invasion as part of its mission to eliminate the persistent threat posed by the Hamas terrorist organisation.

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.

Biden to travel to Israel on Wednesday as tension soars

Biden to travel to Israel on Wednesday as tension soars

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

Biden would also travel to Jordan for a summit meeting with the heads of States of Jordan, Egypt and the president of Palestinian Authority.

Deeply troubled by ongoing conflict in Gaza: India at UN

Deeply troubled by ongoing conflict in Gaza: India at UN

Rediff.com9 Apr 2024

Kamboj said the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has led to a large-scale loss of civilian lives, especially women and children.

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.

UNSC votes for 'humanitarian pause' in Gaza

UNSC votes for 'humanitarian pause' in Gaza

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

The United Nations Security Council has called for urgent humanitarian pauses and corridors throughout Gaza to allow unhindered humanitarian access in the strip, finally overcoming deadlock and adopting a resolution in the month-long Israel-Hamas conflict.

Israel deploys 300,000 soldiers at Gaza border

Israel deploys 300,000 soldiers at Gaza border

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) spokesperson Lt Col Jonathan Conricus said on Wednesday that 1200 Israelis were killed and more than 2,700 wounded and emphasised that the Israeli soldiers are ready to execute mission in Gaza.

'AI Might Enslave Or Annihilate Us'

'AI Might Enslave Or Annihilate Us'

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

'It is the first technology in history which is not just a tool, it is an agent.' Yuval Noah Harari on the dangers on AI.

'Will continue until victory': Netanyahu enters Gaza

'Will continue until victory': Netanyahu enters Gaza

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

'We have three goals for this war: eliminate Hamas, return all our abductees and ensure that Gaza does not become a threat to the State of Israel again'

How a full-blown Iran-Israel war may hurt India's trade

How a full-blown Iran-Israel war may hurt India's trade

Rediff.com2 Oct 2024

The escalation of conflict in the West Asian region is expected to push already high logistics costs besides hurting trade in sectors such as oil, electronics and agriculture, according to exporters. They said that insurance costs for exports to the countries directly involved in the war could also go up, which will impact Indian exporters' working capital. Think tank Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) stated that the conflict is already hurting India's trade with countries like Israel, Jordan, and Lebanon.

'A country that knows terrorism': Israeli envoy on support by India

'A country that knows terrorism': Israeli envoy on support by India

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Israeli ambassador Naor Gilon said his country will need the very strong support of "our Indian friends" and that "India is a very influential country in the world, as a country that knows terrorism and understands the crisis."

Biden commits support to Israel, but says Palestinians need aid

Biden commits support to Israel, but says Palestinians need aid

Rediff.com15 Oct 2023

Biden, in his call with Netanyahu, updated him on US military support and reiterated his warning against anyone seeking to expand the conflict, according to a readout of the call.

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Marco And Mike Are Good News For India

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

'Communist China continues to aggressively expand its domain in the Indo-Pacific region.' 'It's crucial for the USA to continue its support in countering these malicious tactics.' 'India, along with other nations in the region, is not alone.'

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.

Biden to visit Israel, Jordan as US steps up efforts to resolve Gaza crisis

Biden to visit Israel, Jordan as US steps up efforts to resolve Gaza crisis

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

In Amman, Biden will meet with King Abdullah of Jordan, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas.

Israeli player leaves Turkey after detention over Gaza protest

Israeli player leaves Turkey after detention over Gaza protest

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

Turkey detains Israeli player over '100 days' message on wrist

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

Release of key macroeconomic numbers, monthly derivatives expiry, and global cues are likely to drive stock market movement this week, according to analysts. Markets will also be reacting to remarks made by the US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, they said. "This week, we expect the market to witness a gradual up-move with stock-specific action.

Crisis in Gaza as its power plant ceases operation after running out of fuel

Crisis in Gaza as its power plant ceases operation after running out of fuel

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

In an update posted on X, the Israeli defense forces said that dozens of warplanes attacked more than 80 targets throughout Beit Hanon during the night.

People from southern Israel leave homes, take shelter in Jerusalem amid war

People from southern Israel leave homes, take shelter in Jerusalem amid war

Rediff.com22 Oct 2023

Israel's ministry of defence and the Israel defence forces on Sunday said they are planning to evacuate another 14 communities close to the Lebanese border, The Times of Israel reported.

Israel attacks Lebanon after missile strike

Israel attacks Lebanon after missile strike

Rediff.com11 Oct 2023

The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) on Wednesday said it was carrying out strikes in Lebanon in retaliation to the attack on its border with anti-tank guided missiles, The Times of Israel reported.

'He might be hiding somewhere, scared to come out'

'He might be hiding somewhere, scared to come out'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Ben Binyamin Cohen is among the many Israeli youth missing since the Hamas attacked the Nove music festival on Saturday, October 7, 2023.

Modi meets Zelenskyy in US, 3rd meet between them in 3 months

Modi meets Zelenskyy in US, 3rd meet between them in 3 months

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has held talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and reiterated India's commitment for an early resolution of the conflict in Ukraine and the restoration of peace and stability in the region.

Olympics: Palestinian shooter juggles anguish and pride in Paris

Olympics: Palestinian shooter juggles anguish and pride in Paris

Rediff.com4 Aug 2024

Born in Chile, Jorge Antonio Salhe has never set foot in Palestine, the country he represented in skeet shooting at the Paris Games.

Ready to invade Gaza, says IDF chief; explains delay

Ready to invade Gaza, says IDF chief; explains delay

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Tuesday announced that the ground personnel massing on the southern border were ready to 'invade' Gaza, The Jerusalem Post reported.

'Modi can help break Gaza siege'

'Modi can help break Gaza siege'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

'India is respected by both Israel and Palestine.' 'India can push the international community for the peace process.'