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  Israel declares Iran's Central Bank a terror entity in unprecedented move: What it means

  World | June 25, 2025 18:09 IST

  Israel has designated Iran's Central Bank as a terrorist organisation, alleging it facilitates terrorist activities. The move comes alongside sanctions on several banks, an energy firm, and Iranian officials over terror financing, amid a tense ceasefire and recent executions of alleged Mossad spies.

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  Netanyahu calls off Iran strike after Trump's intervention amid ceasefire breach allegations

  World | June 24, 2025 23:53 IST

  Israeli PM Netanyahu halted a major strike on Iran after a call from former US President Trump, amid mutual ceasefire violation claims. Tensions remain high as limited strikes, civilian deaths in Gaza, and conflicting narratives threaten regional stability.

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  From surprise strike to ceasefire: How the Iran-Israel conflict unfolded in 12 days

  World | June 24, 2025 16:57 IST

  The conflict began with Israel's coordinated surprise attack on Iranian military and nuclear targets, which Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described as a pre-emptive move to neutralise Iran's nuclear threat.

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  Turkey's Erdogan compares Israeli PM Netanyahu to Hitler amid escalating Iran-Israel tensions

  World | June 21, 2025 16:57 IST

  Turkish President Erdogan compared Israeli PM Netanyahu to Hitler, accusing him of pursuing a path of destruction and hypocrisy. He condemned Israel's actions in Gaza and its nuclear program, calling Netanyahu a major obstacle to regional peace.

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  Benjamin Netanyahu postpones son's wedding as Iran launches missile barrage on Israel

  World | June 15, 2025 14:46 IST

  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has postponed his son Avner's wedding amid escalating tensions with Iran. The wedding, already controversial due to ongoing hostage situations in Gaza, was called off as Iran launched a massive missile barrage in retaliation to Israeli strikes.

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  India issues advisory for citizens in Iran and Israel following strikes across Tehran

  World | June 13, 2025 9:24 IST

  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday confirmed the start of Operation Rising Lion, claiming that Israeli forces have struck deep into Iran, targeting its main nuclear enrichment facility in Natanz and other strategic sites.

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  Senior Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar killed in Gaza airstrike by Israel: Benjamin Netanyahu

  World | May 28, 2025 21:49 IST

  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed that senior Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza. Sinwar, a key mastermind of the October 7, 2023 attack—was named by Netanyahu in a list of Hamas figures eliminated by Israeli forces.

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  Netanyahu vows Israel's full control over Gaza, signals possible ceasefire terms

  World | May 19, 2025 15:51 IST

  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to take full control of the Gaza Strip, emphasizing a decisive military approach amid ongoing fighting. While announcing the limited entry of food supplies to prevent a famine, he also outlined conditions for a potential ceasefire.

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  Wildfires force evacuations near Jerusalem, Israel receives global firefighting support

  World | May 01, 2025 14:16 IST

  Israel has declared a national emergency as massive wildfires rage near Jerusalem, forcing evacuations, shutting down major highways, and injuring over 20 people. PM Netanyahu warned that the flames could reach the city itself and emphasised the urgency of controlling the fire.

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  Netanyahu says Israel has 'no choice' but to continue fighting in Gaza

  World | April 20, 2025 7:07 IST

  Netanyahu reaffirmed his commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. He is facing increasing domestic pressure, not only from families of hostages and their supporters but also from retired and reservist Israeli soldiers.

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  Israel's Supreme Court temporarily blocks Netanyahu's dismissal of internal security chief

  World | March 21, 2025 23:24 IST

  Israel's Supreme Court has temporarily blocked Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to dismiss Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, pending a legal review. The ruling follows a political firestorm over security failures before Hamas' October 7 attack and growing protests against Netanyahu’s government.

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  Rotten, antisemitic: Netanyahu on UN report accusing Israel of sexual violence against Palestinians

  World | March 14, 2025 11:05 IST

  The commission, in its report, documented a range of violations perpetrated against Palestinian women, men, girls, and boys. It has accused the Israeli security forces of rape and sexual violence against Palestinian detainees.

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  Netanyahu warns Hamas to 'pay full price' as it handovers 'Gazan' body in place of Israeli hostage

  World | February 21, 2025 15:44 IST

  Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu lashed out at Hamas alleging it of returning wrong remains in place of Israeli hostage's body. Netanyahu called it a “cruel and malicious violation” of the ceasefire agreement.

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  Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu Hails Donald Trump's Plan for Gaza

  News | February 17, 2025 17:33 IST

  Amid Middle East conflicts, developments have accelerated under President Trump. Advocating a "hard stance" on Gaza, he has proposed a U.S. takeover of the Palestinian enclave.

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  Israel joins US in withdrawing from UN Human Rights Council, citing bias

  World | February 06, 2025 7:22 IST

  Israel has followed the United States in withdrawing from the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC), citing bias and unfair treatment. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar backed US President Donald Trump’s decision, calling the council "anti-Israel."

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  Israel-Hamas War: Hamas Calls for 'Resistance' as Israel Explodes 20 Buildings in West Bank

  News | February 03, 2025 16:13 IST

  Israel-Hamas War: Despite growing hopes for reduced tension between Israel and Palestine, the Israeli Defense Forces demolished multiple buildings in the occupied West Bank on February 2. According to Palestinian state news, around 20 structures were destroyed in the Jenin refugee camp.

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  Elon Musk 'great friend', being 'falsely smeared': Netanyahu defends tech mogul over salute row

  World | January 23, 2025 23:53 IST

  The Israeli Prime Minister said that Musk visited Israel after the October 7 massacre in which "Hamas terrorists committed the worst atrocity against the Jewish people since the Holocaust".

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  Donald Trump inauguration: Modi, Putin, Netanyahu, other global leaders offer best wishes

  World | January 21, 2025 7:01 IST

  World leaders from across the globe, including Putin, Modi, Netanyahu, and Zelensky, congratulated Donald Trump on his inauguration as the 47th US President, expressing hopes for enhanced cooperation and global stability during his second term.

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  Gaza ceasefire begins after delay as Israel confirms it received hostages' names to be released

  World | January 19, 2025 16:25 IST

  The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas begins after Israel said it received the names of three female hostages to be released by Hamas. Earlier, Israel had vowed to keep fighting until Hamas provides the list of three hostages to be released later on Sunday.

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  Netanyahu clears way for Israeli approval of agreement with Hamas: Deal to release hostages reached

  World | January 17, 2025 13:49 IST

  Benjamin Netanyahu has cleared Israel's approval of the deal reached with Hamas for a ceasefire and release of hostages. Earlier, his office said that the deal was facing last minute hiccups and accused Hamas of a last-minute dispute.