Middle East

Hague prosecutor: Hamas’ crimes ‘Shock Conscience of Humanity’

Hamas' brutal slaughter of more than 1,200 people in Israel on October 7 represents "some of the most serious international crimes that shock the conscience of humanity," International Criminal Court Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan said on Sunday as he concluded a visit to the Jewish state.

2023-12-04T18:21:37.395669+00:00 IST

Israel’s newest combat brigade destroyed 30 tunnels

In addition to uncovering the tunnels, soldiers directed dozens of airstrikes and about 100 artillery strikes on Hamas targets in northern Gaza and are fighting in close quarters with Hamas terror squads.

2023-12-04T17:33:55.305885+00:00 IST

More than 11,500 rockets launched at Israel since October 7

As of 10 am on Monday morning, 9,357 people had sustained injuries in Palestinian attacks targeting Israelis since October 7, according to the ministry.

2023-12-04T17:27:56.940481+00:00 IST

Israeli research opens door to reversing effects of early trauma

The aftermath of traumatic events during early childhood often leaves lasting scars on mental health and social well-being.

2023-12-04T17:24:23.254285+00:00 IST

Dozens of tanks enter Gaza, as IDF expands operation

The Israeli military, in response to the collapsed truce with Hamas, announced an expansion of ground operations in all of Gaza.

2023-12-04T14:41:13.841543+00:00 IST

Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah to begin India visit today

This visit aims to achieve significant advancements in streamlining procedures, enhancing services, and outlining comprehensive plans for hosting pilgrims and Umrah performers, aligning closely with the outlined objectives of "Saudi Vision 2030", as per an official release.

2023-12-04T09:50:25.834244+00:00 IST

Massive industrial zone project ‘Sagi 2000’ moving forward

The Israel Land Authority's plan to expand the industrial zone "Sagi 2000" in the Jezreel Valley (northern Israel) Regional Council has been approved and will allow the establishment of 100 new factories there.

2023-12-04T08:51:03.757306+00:00 IST

COP28 sets table for sustainable food driving Climate Action

The 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) is full of innovative initiatives that embody the UAE's commitment to raising public awareness of the importance of climate change and the need to adopt sustainable community practises that support climate action.

2023-12-04T08:39:22.712218+00:00 IST

Israel: New Eilat housing complex planned

The Israel Land Authority, Israel's Ministry of Construction and Housing and the private company "Dira L'haskir" (apartment for rent) announced a public tender for entering into a development agreement for the design and construction of a housing complex for long-term rental in Eilat.

2023-12-04T08:14:30.170996+00:00 IST

UK to start Gaza surveillance flights to locate captives

The military in the United Kingdom (UK) will operate surveillance flights over Gaza to help locate captives held by Hamas, Al Jazeera reported quoting the British Ministry of Defence.

2023-12-03T23:54:21.891836+00:00 IST

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu holds phone briefing with cabinet

Meanwhile, Israel has started expanding its ground operations to the whole of the Gaza Strip, CNN reported quoting Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Sunday.

2023-12-03T22:58:40.848444+00:00 IST

Israel begins expansion of ground operations in Gaza

"The IDF is resuming and expanding the ground operation against Hamas' strongholds across the whole Gaza Strip," IDF spokesperson Daniel Hagari said in a news conference on Sunday.

2023-12-03T21:54:14.565385+00:00 IST

Israel ends talks with Hamas, recalls negotiators from Qatar

According to a statement from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office, the breakdown in talks occurred due to Hamas not meeting its commitment to the return of all women and children held hostage, as outlined in an agreement facilitated by foreign mediation.

2023-12-03T18:05:34.624309+00:00 IST

Netanyahu affirms ongoing talks with Hamas on hostage release

Netanyahu emphasised the need for strategic and careful decision-making by the war cabinet. stating, "We are continuing now to speak with our enemy about continuing to free hostages -- speaking with fire."

2023-12-03T17:44:30.551970+00:00 IST

Senior Israeli official says Hamas cannot continue to rule Gaza

Mark Regev, a senior advisor to Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and a former Israeli Ambassador to the UK, said on Sunday "When compared to the West's campaign to destroy ISIS, Israel's war against Hamas is producing far fewer civilian casualties."

2023-12-03T17:32:10.590503+00:00 IST

Nearly 1/3 of Israeli Arabs deny Hamas targeted women, children

A total of 502 Israeli Arab citizens over 18 were surveyed. The Konrad Adenauer Program for Jewish-Arab Cooperation initiated the study.

2023-12-03T17:21:53.458532+00:00 IST

1,100 Hamas terrorists captured in areas outside of Gaza

During an activity in Nablus, the forces uncovered weapon parts were located and gunmen fired and threw explosives at them.

2023-12-03T17:21:15.528382+00:00 IST

UAE: BRICS countries collaborate to mobilise climate finance at C

The BRICS nations are actively collaborating to accelerate sustainable finance within the group and implement joint climate and sustainability projects.

2023-12-03T17:18:44.655342+00:00 IST

UAE: Sharjah Consultative Council  Elections’ Supreme Committee r

The Supreme Committee for the 2023 Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) Elections reviewed the mechanisms used in electronic voting, in preparation for the start of the voting process on December 5

2023-12-03T17:14:00.207379+00:00 IST

Israeli president honours fallen heroes of Kibbutz Be’eri by insc

In a poignant ceremony on Sunday, Israeli President Yitzhak Herzog paid tribute to the memory of fallen heroes of Kibbutz Be'eri by inscribing a letter in a Torah scroll being written for the rebuilding community's synagogue.

2023-12-03T16:00:20.512936+00:00 IST

Hezbollah missile from Lebanon injures several Israeli soldiers

Several Israeli soldiers were lightly injured from fragments and a vehicle was damaged in an anti-tank missile attack from Lebanon on Sunday afternoon, the Israeli Defense Forces said.

2023-12-03T15:38:17.577432+00:00 IST