It seems that Israel-Hamas war is not going to end soon. As the Israel-Hamas war entered its 332nd day on September 2, the conflict showed no signs of resolution. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) continued its intensive operations in Gaza, aiming to free Israeli hostages. Tragedy struck as six Israeli hostages, abducted alive on October 7, were found dead in a southern Gaza tunnel. The hostages were murdered between August 29-30, according to the Israeli Health Ministry. Global leaders expressed their shock and grief, with US President Biden condemning the killings, French President Macron demanding an immediate ceasefire and hostage release, and Australian PM Anthony Albanese and UK PM Keir Starmer also offering condolences. Currently, 97 of the 251 hostages taken by Hamas remain in Gaza, with some released during a brief truce in late November and a few prior to that.
02 September,2024 05:15 PM IST
Hezbollah has launched a series of strikes against Israel in response to the recent killing of a senior military commander. This action follows Israel’s preemptive strikes, which it claimed were aimed at neutralizing Hezbollah rocket launchers. Hezbollah, supported by Iran, has stated that its latest attack is complete but has left open the possibility of future retaliation. In response, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that the conflict is far from over, indicating ongoing military readiness and potential for further escalation. The exchange underscores the heightened tensions and the fragility of the current ceasefire, with both sides signaling a readiness for continued confrontation. Watch video.
26 August,2024 11:36 AM IST
India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) sources have learnt that there are 17 Indian nationals onboard cargo ship ‘MSC Aries’ has been taken control by Iran. India is in touch with the Iranian authorities through diplomatic channels, both in Tehran and in Delhi, to ensure security, welfare and early release of Indian nationals, the sources added. The conflict has intensified in West Asia after suspected Israeli airstrikes on Iran’s consulate in Syria's capital Damascus and Tehran’s warning of retaliation. A map showed the path of an Israeli-linked cargo ship, the MSC Aries, that had been seized between the United Arab Emirates and Iran, in the Persian Gulf, situated close to the Strait of Hormuz, on Saturday (April 13). The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) posted a warning on social media after having received a report on the vessel and said it had been “seized by regional authorities”. This after Iran warned earlier this week that it could close the Strait of Hormuz if necessary. The Aries is leased by international shipping line MSC from Gortal Shipping, an affiliate of Zodiac Maritime, Zodiac said in a statement, adding that MSC is responsible for all vessel activities. Zodiac is partly owned by Israeli businessman Eyal Ofer.
14 April,2024 12:40 PM IST
As Israel-Hamas conflict entered Day 20, the Israeli troops on October 26 entered northern Gaza, according to IDF. Israel Defense Forces said in preparation for the next stages of combat, they launched operation in Northern Gaza. Israeli forces struck numerous Hamas’ terrorist cells, infrastructure and anti-tank missile launch posts. However, Israeli forces exited the Gaza Strip and returned to their territory after quick-fire. Israel has carried out intense bombardment in Gaza following the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7 that killed some 1,400 people. In its continued strike against Hamas, IDF has killed several top commanders and has destroyed various infrastructure.
26 October,2023 03:02 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
