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  Israel on Gaza: Israel has tactical control of Gaza-Egypt border corridor says military spokesman

  News | May 30, 2024 15:03 IST

  Israeli army spokesman Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said on Wednesday (May 29) that Israeli forces had achieved tactical control over the Philadelphi Corridor that runs along the border between the Gaza Strip and Egypt.Watch to know more!

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  China's Xi calls for Palestinian statehood, pledges more Gaza aid in summit with Arab states

  World | May 30, 2024 13:56 IST

  The summit was attended by leaders of Egypt, Tunisia, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). China has long backed Palestinians and has not criticised the Hamas-led attack on Israel on October 7, despite having economic ties with Israel.

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  Concerns for wider conflict soar as Israel claims taken control of a strategic location near Egypt

  World | May 29, 2024 23:44 IST

  The move comes as Israel has deepened its incursion into the southern Gaza city of Rafah, where hundreds of thousands of people seeking shelter from fighting elsewhere have been displaced, and where intensifying violence in recent days has killed dozens of Palestinians.

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  'All Eyes on Rafah': What does it mean and why millions are sharing the viral pic I EXPLAINED

  Explainers | May 30, 2024 10:43 IST

  In Rafah, Gaza, Israeli airstrikes have led to the tragic loss of life, claiming the lives of at least 45 Palestinians, among them many innocent children. Consequently, a wave of condemnation against Israel surged across various social media platforms with the hashtag- "All eyes on Rafah".

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  Aid deliveries to Gaza suspended after $320 million US-built pier breaks apart due to bad weather

  World | May 29, 2024 9:20 IST

  A part of the US-built temporary pier used for humanitarian aid deliveries in the war-hit Gaza broke off due to bad weather in the heavy seas, according to officials. The US Defence Department said the pier would be removed temporarily for repairs, which are expected to take over a week.

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  Fresh Israeli strikes kill 37 Palestinians in Gaza's Rafah amid international outcry

  World | May 29, 2024 7:57 IST

  The attacks came after an Israeli strike caused a blaze at a camp that killed 45 Palestinians on Sunday night, sparking an international outcry. Israel marched its tanks into the heart of Rafah in defiance of an ICJ ruling while three European countries recognised Palestinian statehood on Tuesday.

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  Kamala Harris decries Israel's attack on Rafah, says word 'tragic' not enough to describe killings

  World | May 28, 2024 23:48 IST

  The Israeli military said it was investigating the possibility that munitions stored near a compound targeted by Sunday's airstrike may have ignited and touched off the blaze.

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  Spain, Norway and Ireland formally recognize Palestinian state, What impact will this have?

  News | May 28, 2024 18:44 IST

  Israel's airstrikes in the southern Gaza city of Rafah on 26 May, which killed at least 35 Palestinians, came hours after Hamas launched a barrage of rockets at Tel Aviv for the first time in months since the October 7 attack.

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  Spain, Norway and Ireland will formally recognise Palestinian statehood. Here's why that matters

  World | May 28, 2024 14:51 IST

  The move has deepened Israel's diplomatic isolation amid widespread criticism over its conduct in the Gaza war, in which 36,000 Palestinians have been killed. However, the symbolic move is unlikely to have any impact on the war as peace talks between Israel and Hamas remain stalled.

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  Netanyahu acknowledges 'tragic mistake' after Israeli strike kills 45 in Gaza's Rafah

  World | May 28, 2024 6:56 IST

  Israel launched a 'precise airstrike' on Sunday night targeting two militants of Hamas, but it set fire to a tent camp and killed 45 Palestinians who were sleeping in Rafah. Israel promised an investigation into the matter after a new wave of international criticism.

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  Israeli action kills 35 in Gaza’s Rafah, two Hamas terrorists 'eliminated' in 'precise airstrike'

  World | May 27, 2024 8:05 IST

  The Israeli action comes as Hamas launched a massive barrage of rockets from Rafah targeting Tel Aviv and central Israel for the first time in months on Sunday.

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  Hamas launches 'biggest missile' attacks on Tel Aviv, central Israel I VIDEO

  World | May 26, 2024 18:54 IST

  Hamas armed wing al-Qassam Brigades said it launched a "big missile" attack on Tel Aviv on Sunday (May 26) as the Israeli military sounded sirens in the central city warning of possible incoming rockets.

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  Israel- Hamas War: Police disperse anti-government protesters in Tel Aviv amid Gaza offensive

  News | May 26, 2024 12:53 IST

  Israel- Hamas War: Thousands of protesters took to roads in Tel Aviv on Saturday as they were angry at how the Israeli government is handling the Gaza war. While others protested for hostage release and joined the protests.

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  Defiant Israel steps up military strikes in Gaza's Rafah after ICJ orders it to halt offensive

  World | May 25, 2024 16:13 IST

  The International Court of Justice ordered Israel to halt its Rafah offensive in the wake of widespread destruction, although Israel was expected to ignore it. Israeli PM Netanyahu called the order "false, outrageous and morally repugnant" and insisted that Israel was defending its citizens.

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  SHOCKING! Hamas-themed birthday cake for 4-year-old sparks outrage in Australia, police launch probe

  World | May 25, 2024 13:28 IST

  The social media post by the Oven Bakery by Fufu sparked intense online backlash, with many calling out the 'indoctrination' of the kid. Chris Minns, the premier of New South Wales, called the images adorning the cake “horrifying”.

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  ICJ orders Israel to immediately halt military operation in Gaza's Rafah

  World | May 24, 2024 21:31 IST

  The International Court of Justice also ordered Israel to open the Rafah crossing to let the humanitarian aid in through Egypt. The order was adopted by a 15 international judges bench with a majority of 13-2. The only two judges who opposed the order were from Uganda and Israel itself.

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  Direct talks, not unilateral recognition: US on European countries recognising Palestinian statehood

  World | May 23, 2024 9:28 IST

  The US maintained that it supports a two-state solution for Palestine, but stressed that it should come through direct talks between all parties. The recognition of Palestinian statehood by Norway, Ireland and Spain, with other countries expected to follow suit, has deepened Israel's isolation.

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  'Women who can get pregnant': Israel releases disturbing video of female soldiers captured by Hamas

  World | May 23, 2024 8:44 IST

  The bodycam footage from the attackers showed five female army conscripts who were taken hostage by Hamas militants during the October 7 attack. One of the terrorists describes the hostages as “women who can get pregnant" as some hostages were seen with bloodied faces.

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  Norway, Spain and Ireland recognise Palestinian statehood in historic move, Israel recalls envoys

  World | May 22, 2024 13:28 IST

  Norwegian PM Jonas Gahr Stone said the recognition of Palestine is important for achieving a two-state solution and peace in the Middle East. The Irish government also announced a similar move on Tuesday, and many EU countries are likely moving towards recognition of Palestinian statehood.

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  Who is Amal Clooney, who played a key role in ICC warrants against Netanyahu, Hamas leaders?

  World | May 22, 2024 12:04 IST

  Amal Clooney, a prominent international human rights lawyer, played a crucial role behind the ICC warrants against Israeli PM Netanyahu, his defence chief and Hamas leaders. She had earlier sparked criticism for not speaking publicly about the Israel-Hamas war.