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"India's G20 marked a historic Milestone"; says UNGA President

"India's recent G-20 presidency centred around the theme of Vasudeva Kutumbhakam, marked a historic Milestone and echoed the message of one earth, one family, one future. It was under this theme that India has reminded us of the one very singular world that we call home and of our responsibility nay of the necessity to protect it," he said.

2023-10-11T05:39:27.435625+00:00 IST

US navy aircraft carrier in Eastern Mediterranean sea

"The arrival of these highly capable forces to the region is a strong signal of deterrence should any actor hostile to Israel consider trying to take advantage of this situation," said General Michael "Erik" Kurilla, commander, U.S. Central Command

2023-10-11T03:27:45.004962+00:00 IST

Blinken reiterates US support for Israel's right to defend itself

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Wednesday held talks with Israeli Minister for Strategic Affairs, Ron Dermer, offering condolences for the lives lost in the Hamas terror attacks.

2023-10-11T03:16:07.823162+00:00 IST

Iran complicit in Hamas attack on Israel: US

Sullivan's remarks came after US President Joe Biden denounced the attacks on Israel as "pure unadulterated evil," saying the stated purpose of the terrorist organisation Hamas is "to kill Jews."

2023-10-11T00:36:09.504427+00:00 IST

US State Secy Blinken will travel to Israel

"Secretary of State Antony J Blinken will travel to Israel and Jordan October 11-13, 2023, where he will meet with senior officials," said the US Department of State in a statement.

2023-10-10T22:28:29.478675+00:00 IST

Hamas attack on Israel is “an act of sheer evil”: US Prez Biden

According to the latest updates, at least 900 Israelis have been killed and over 2,600 people wounded.

2023-10-10T22:09:23.244058+00:00 IST

Closely monitoring for any domestic threats: Joe Biden

US President Joe Biden said that in the wake of the deadly Hamas attack on Israel, the local and federal law enforcement partners in the US cities are closely monitoring for any 'domestic threats'.

2023-10-10T18:05:44.648566+00:00 IST

US: Police shoots driver who crashed into Chinese Consulate

The officers responded to the crash near Geary Boulevard and Laguna Street at around 3 pm, where they "found that the vehicle had come to rest in the lobby of the Chinese Consulate," according to a statement from the San Francisco Police Department.

2023-10-10T16:03:04.572317+00:00 IST

US directs navy aircrafts towards Eastern Mediterranean

In wake of the Hamas attack on Israel, the US Secretary of Defence, Lloyd J. Austin ordered movement of US navy aircraft carriers to the Eastern Mediterranean and said that the United States government will be rapidly providing the Israel Defense Forces with additional equipment and resources.

2023-10-10T09:54:18.284190+00:00 IST

Hamas terror group holds up to 150 hostages in Gaza, says Israel

Speaking to CNN's Kaitlan Collins, Israeli Ambassador Gilad Erdan on late Monday said that their situation would not "prevent us from doing what we need to do in order to secure the future of Israel."

2023-10-10T05:48:44.757765+00:00 IST

White House official John Kirby choke up while discussing images

White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby on Tuesday choked up while discussing the gloomy images from Israel, reported Al Jazeera.

2023-10-10T04:23:41.950844+00:00 IST

US, UK, Germany, Italy, France extend support to Israel

"Over the coming days, we will remain united and coordinated, together as allies, and as common friends of Israel, to ensure Israel is able to defend itself, and to ultimately set the conditions for a peaceful and integrated Middle East region," they said.

2023-10-10T03:37:46.781923+00:00 IST

Israel war on Hamas: FBI says won't hestitate to change 'posture'

America's premier investigating agency, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), said on Tuesday that they were probing any possible threats to the security of citizens in the United States in the wake of the terror attacks on Israel by Hamas.

2023-10-10T03:22:41.332135+00:00 IST

UNGA President calls to halt hostilities in Israel conflict

Israel has begun its retaliation after a surprise attack by Hamas on Saturday morning which led to the death of as many as 700 Israelis.

2023-10-09T23:50:21.169260+00:00 IST

"Master stroke": UNGA Prez lauds African Union’s inclusion in G20

The African Union was made a full member of the Group of Twenty under India's presidency of the G20.

2023-10-09T23:24:14.848899+00:00 IST

At least 9 American citizens killed in Hamas attack on Israel

The deceased from the deadly attack launched on Israel by Hamas, includes at least nine US citizens, US National Security Council spokesperson said, CNN reported on Monday.

2023-10-09T17:52:01.062690+00:00 IST

US: Largest Hindu Temple outside India inaugurated in New Jersey

The largest Hindu temple in the US opened its doors on Sunday in New Jersey. The temple in Robbinsville city is said to be the largest Hindu temple outside India in the modern era.

2023-10-09T12:48:14.891295+00:00 IST

Independent blogger alleges China hand in Nijjar killing

She also alleged that it was a part of the CCP's sinister "Ignition Plan" to disrupt the world in line with Xi Jinping's military strategy regarding Taiwan.

2023-10-09T01:03:04.355214+00:00 IST

Nikki Haley criticises US Secy Blinken's remarks on Israel attack

Blinken had previously responded to Republican criticisms of the deal made by the Biden administration with Iran, which involved unfreezing USD6 billion in funds in exchange for five US prisoners held in Iran.

2023-10-09T00:33:50.242157+00:00 IST

Afghanistan earthquake: UNGA President offers condolences

Herat and surrounding regions were shaken by the magnitude 6.3 earthquake and its powerful aftershocks on Saturday. The death toll from strong earthquakes that shook western Herat province in Afghanistan has risen to 2,025.

2023-10-08T21:50:28.369505+00:00 IST

Trudeau discusses India-Canada row with UAE President

The Canadian PM held a telephone conversation with the President of UAE and the two also spoke about the current situation in Israel. The two leaders expressed concern about the need to protect civilian life.

2023-10-08T19:21:33.147643+00:00 IST