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TopicIsrael-Hamas war

Topic: Israel-Hamas war

Yemen’s Houthis claim attack on Norwegian tanker to protest against Israel’s bombardment of Gaza

The group targeted commercial tanker STRINDA with a rocket after crew refused to respond to all warnings, Houthi military spokesperson Yehia Sareea said in a televised statement.

Biden acknowledges strain with Netanyahu amid Gaza violence, admits ‘Israeli PM in tough spot’

At an event at the White House, US President recalls his decades-long relationship with Israeli PM, says the 2 have had their share of disagreements over the years and at present.

Hunger worsens in Gaza as UN prepares to vote on ceasefire resolution

Hundreds more civilians have died in Israel's assault on Gaza since the US on Friday vetoed a Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire.

Israel battles against Hamas in southern Gaza amid ‘catastrophic’ health situation

The fighting in Khan Younis comes as Israel refocuses its war effort to the south after pounding northern Gaza and driving the majority of the Palestinians from their homes.

Jaishankar speaks to Palestinian PM, says ‘agreed to remain in touch’

Two months into Israel-Hamas conflict, EAM Jaishankar said he spoke to Palestinian PM Mohammad Shtayyeh Saturday & ‘reiterated India’s long-standing position on Palestine’.

Majority of Americans hold Hamas responsible for conflict in Middle East, finds Pew survey

Pew survey also found that 41% respondents in US were concerned that ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict may lead to terrorist attack on American soil.

How the keffiyeh became a symbol of Palestinian identity

The keffiyeh has even been addressed in news headlines as 'the unofficial flag of Palestine', and Palestinian communities globally mark World Keffiyeh Day on 11 May.

MoS Meenakshi Lekhi denies signing LS reply on designating Hamas as terror group, calls for inquiry

Answer attributed to Lekhi is available on both Lok Sabha and MEA websites. It refers to designation of an organisation as terrorist being covered under UAPA.

US vetoes UN Security Council demand for ceasefire as Gaza fighting intensifies

The vote left US diplomatically isolated on the 15-member council. 13 members voted in favor of draft resolution put forward by the United Arab Emirates, while Britain abstained.

‘There’s gap between Israel’s intent to protect civilians and casualties,’ says Antony Blinken

Arab states have renewed their push for immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza, with UAE asking the UN Security Council to vote on Friday morning on a draft resolution.

On Camera

6 reasons Trump’s Gaza plan won’t work—even if Hamas accepts it

On paper, the 21-point plan looks balanced—Palestinian governance, international oversight, reconstruction pledges. But in reality, it is a non-negotiable diktat.

Nodal officers to fast-tracking NOCs, Kerala govt’s heeding investor concerns, and it means business

As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.

Army chief’s big warning to Pakistan: Stop sponsoring terrorism if you want to exist geographically

Amid continued concerns over cross-border terrorism, General Upendra Dwivedi further warned the neighbour that India will not show restraint if there is an Op Sindoor 2.0.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.