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Israel approves new body to oversee 'voluntary relocation' of Palestinians in Gaza
Jerusalem, March 23: Israel's Security Cabinet has approved the establishment of a controversial new directorate to coordinate the "voluntary relocation" of Palestinians from Gaza to third countries, the Defence Ministry said in a statement on Sunday.
Israeli forces push deeper into Gaza, surrounding Rafah neighbourhood
Jerusalem, March 23: Israeli forces pushed deeper into the Gaza Strip on Sunday with the military saying it had encircled the Tel al-Sultan neighbourhood in Rafah in the south of the enclave.
Israel recognizes 13 communities in Judea, Samaria
Tel Aviv, March 23: Israel's Cabinet voted Saturday night to formally recognize 13 neighborhoods in Judea and Samaria as independent communities, enabling them to receive direct government funding and municipal services. Till now, the neighborhoods -- some decades-old -- were part of already-existing "mother communities."
Government to establish new administration for voluntary emigration of Gaza residents
Tel Aviv, March 23: Israel's Political-Security Cabinet approved Defence Minister Israel Katz's proposal to establish a "voluntary transition administration" for Gaza residents who express an interest in emigrating to other countries, subject to the provisions of Israeli and international law, and in accordance with the proposal of US President Donald Trump.
Israeli army intercepts missile launched from Yemen
Jerusalem, March 23: Israel's military said on Sunday that it has intercepted a missile launched from Yemen before it entered Israeli territory.
Hamas political leader killed in Israeli airstrike in Gaza: Report
Jerusalem, March 23: Hamas political leader Salah al-Bardaweel was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Khan Younis, Gaza, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
Israel proposes two-phase hostage release plan to Hamas: Egyptian sources
Cairo, March 23: Israel has proposed a two-phase plan to the Hamas movement, through Egyptian mediators, for the release of hostages held in Gaza, Egyptian sources told media.
Egyptian FM discusses regional stability with Lebanese, Iranian counterparts
Cairo, March 23: Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty has discussed the latest regional developments with his Lebanese and Iranian counterparts during two separate phone calls, the Egyptian Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Israel will maintain 'permanant presence' in Gaza unless hostage release, says Israel Defence Minister
Tel Aviv, March 23: Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has warned Hamas that Israel will maintain a permanent presence in parts of Gaza unless the hostages in Gaza are released, CNN reported.
Lebanese President condemns Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon
Beirut, March 22: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Saturday condemned Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon that killed two people and wounded eight, accusing Israel of violating a ceasefire agreement and risking broader conflict, according to a statement from Lebanon's presidency.
Israeli army strikes southern Lebanon after rockets targetted northern Israel
Beirut/Jerusalem, March 22: Israel carried out airstrikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday, escalating cross-border tensions after rockets were fired into northern Israel, state-owned National News Agency (NNA) reported.
Yemen's Houthis claim ballistic missile attack at central Israel
Sanaa, March 22: Yemen's Houthi group said on Saturday it had launched a ballistic missile attack on Israel's Ben Gurion Airport, an assault the Israeli military said was intercepted late on Friday.
Rocket sirens sound across central Israel as ground forces raid Northern Gaza
Tel Aviv, March 21: Rocket sirens blared across central Israel on Thursday afternoon as three rockets were launched from the Gaza Strip, marking the first such attack in months. The launch came as Israeli forces recaptured areas of northern Gaza near Beit Lahiya and hours after Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen fired a missile that sent millions of Israelis scrambling to bomb shelters.
Relief workers' killing, aid blockade hamper UN humanitarian deliveries in Gaza
United Nations, March 22: UN humanitarians are seeking Israel's assurance of safety, as intensified hostilities have joined aid blockage in severely hampering the delivery of relief into Gaza.
Netanyahu, attorney general clash over dismissal of Shin Bet chief
Jerusalem, March 22: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara disputed over the government's attempt to replace Shin Bet security chief Ronen Bar.
Hamas denies halting talks on prisoner-hostage exchange deal
Gaza, March 22: Hamas refuted a media report that it had halted communication or talks on a prisoner exchange deal with Israel.
Israeli army says intercepted two rockets from Gaza
Jerusalem, March 22: The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said in a statement that its air force has intercepted two rockets fired from the Gaza Strip towards the city of Ashkelon in southern Israel.
Yemen's Houthis claim responsibility for ballistic missile attack on Israel
Sanaa, March 21: Yemen's Houthi group early morning Friday claimed responsibility for a ballistic missile attack on southern Tel Aviv, a Houthi military spokesperson said in a televised statement.
Israeli Cabinet votes to remove Shin Bet's head Ronen Bar
Tel Aviv, March 21: The government of Israel unanimously approved Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's proposal to end Shin Bet's head, Ronen Bar's term in office, the Israeli PM's Office announced on X on Friday.
US Judge says Trump administration can't deport Indian post-doctoral student
Washington DC, March 21: A federal judge has blocked Donald Trump's administration's move to deport a Georgetown University researcher studying and teaching on a student visa, accused of opposing US foreign policy in Israel-Hamas conflict, CNN reported.
Israeli forces expand ground operation in Gaza as Hamas fires rockets at Israel
Jerusalem, March 21: The Israeli military said its troops were expanding their ground operation in southern Gaza, advancing into the Shabura refugee camp in Rafah city.
Jordanian FM urges immediate ceasefire in Gaza
Amman, March 21: Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi reiterated the urgent need for a ceasefire in Gaza, calling for immediate international intervention to halt Israel's military operations and reopen border crossings for humanitarian aid.
Israeli military says intercepted missile from Yemen
Jerusalem, March 21: The Israeli Air Force intercepted a missile launched from Yemen on Thursday evening, said the Israeli military.
Degraded Hamas horrifically but destroying its military capability, ideology real challenge: Top Israeli intelligence expert
New Delhi: Colonel (Retd.) Miri Eisin, a veteran of Israeli intelligence with a distinguished career spanning two decades, has served in critical intelligence roles within the military to advising the country's Prime Minister during pivotal moments.
Iran condemns US air raids on Yemen, Israeli attacks in Gaza
Tehran, March 20: Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei on Thursday strongly condemned continuous US airstrikes on Yemen and intensified Israeli attacks in Gaza.
Israeli PM Netanyahu accuses leftist Deep State of weaponising justice system against him
Tel Aviv, March 20: Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday accused the "leftist Deep State" of "weaponising" the justice system against him, The Times of Israel reported.
Yemen's Houthis claim missile attack on Israeli airport
Sanaa, March 20: Yemen's Houthis claimed that they had attacked Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv with a long-range ballistic missile on Thursday morning.
Israel expresses 'sorrow' over UN staffer's death in Gaza, denies responsibility
Jerusalem, March 20: Israel expressed "sorrow" over the death of a Bulgarian United Nations staff member in strikes on UN guesthouses in Gaza's Deir al-Balah but said an initial investigation found no Israeli involvement in the incident.
Israeli ground operation in Netzarim Corridor undermines Gaza ceasefire agreement: Hamas
Gaza, March 20: Hamas said that the Israeli army's ground operation in the central Gaza Strip constitutes a "serious violation" of the ceasefire agreement, accusing the United States of providing cover for the military maneuvers.
Israeli airstrike kills 16 at Gaza mourning gathering
Gaza, March 20: At least 16 Palestinians were killed and over 30 wounded in an Israeli airstrike that struck a crowd of mourners in the northern Gaza Strip, according to Gaza health authorities.
UN chief saddened by death of staff member in Israeli attacks on Gaza
United Nations, March 20: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is "deeply saddened and shocked" by the death of a UN staff member during the Israeli bombing in the Gaza Strip, condemning all attacks on UN personnel and calling for a full investigation, his spokesman said.
Israeli strikes in Gaza a 'dramatic step backward' for peace: Macron
Paris, March 20: French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the resumption of Israeli strikes on Gaza, calling it a dramatic step backward for peace efforts, urging an immediate cessation of hostilities.
Yemen's Houthis claim fourth attack on US aircraft carrier in 72 hours
Sanaa, March 19: Yemen's Houthi group said Wednesday that it has targetted the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier in the Red Sea for the fourth time in the past 72 hours.
Gal Gadot honoured with Hollywood Walk of Fame star, celebrates with husband daughter
Washington, March 19: Gal Gadot has received one of Hollywood's highest honours, and her family was right there to celebrate with her.
I want to bring hope, says Gal Gadot as she stays neutral on political issues amid 'Snow White' row
Washington, March 19: Actress Gal Gadot has made it clear that she prefers to keep her political views out of the spotlight, especially in light of the controversy surrounding the upcoming live-action 'Snow White' movie.
Israel has no other option but to renew military pressure: Israeli envoy Azar after collapse of truce with Hamas
New Delhi, March 19: Israeli Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, said on Wednesday that Israel has no other option but to renew military pressure to bring back hostages as Hamas has numerous times rejected proposals by American mediators.
UAE says continued Israeli airstrikes to cause broader instability in Gaza
Abu Dhabi, March 19: Continued Israeli airstrikes on civilian and residential areas in Gaza could lead to broader instability in the enclave and pose a risk of escalating violence across the region, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Foreign Ministry said.
UN humanitarian chief calls for renewed Gaza ceasefire, lifting aid blockade
United Nations, March 19: UN humanitarian chief urged a renewed Gaza ceasefire and called on Israel to lift the blockade of life-saving aid and commercial supplies to the enclave, after the latest deadly Israeli airstrikes.
Hamas says in contact with mediators to end Israeli 'aggression'
Gaza, March 19: Hamas announced that it remains in constant contact with mediators and is engaging responsibly and positively with all proposals aimed at halting the Israeli "aggression" against and lifting the blockade on Gaza.
Israel Foreign Ministry official praises Trump administration's policies, elaborates on dealing with radicalism
New Delhi, March 19: Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs Director General Eden Bar Tal has praised the Trump administration's policies calling it "very clear" and urged those criticising the new policies to look at the past on how they failed with all theoretical proposals. He stressed that radicalism must be addressed by de-radicalisation and called it a long process.