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Netanyahu says Israel reserves 'right to resume war'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel reserves the right to resume fighting in Gaza with US support, as he pledged to bring home all hostages held in the Palestinian territory.

Saif Ali Khan attack: Mumbai police apprehend prime accused

The Mumbai police said that the accused worked as a waiter at a restaurant. The man is said to have been aggressive with the family. Saif intervened and got injured in the process.

Gaza Ceasefire: Events in Gaza and Israel in the past 24 hours?

WION tells you what happened in Gaza and Israel in the past 24 hours.

Houthis to respond to Israel 'if Yemen attacked during ceasefire'

Abdulmalik al-Houthi, the commander of Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis, has said that if Israel violates the newly declared truce in its fight against Hamas, the rebels will continue their attacks. Watch this report for more details!

Iran unveils new underground naval base ahead of Trump's inauguration

Iran unveiled an underground naval missile base at an undisclosed Gulf location on Saturday, two days before the start of Donald Trump’s second term as president.

Donald Trump plans big immigration raid in Chicago: Reports

Donald Trump’s incoming presidential administration plans to launch a large immigration raid in Chicago the day after he takes office, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday, citing four people familiar with planning.

TikTok threatens to 'go dark' after US court ruling on shutdown

TikTok warns of shutdown in US as Biden administration fails to provide clarity on ban enforcement. Watch this report for more details!

India: Centre to meet with farmers on Feb 14; Dallewal agrees to take medical aid

Talking to reporters at the Khanauri protest site, Ranjan said a high-level delegation was sent by the Centre keeping in mind the deteriorating health of Dallewal.

Mexico increases migration aid after regional countries meet

As part of Mexico's new migrant support plan, Latin American nations and other countries involved in regional migration are expected to benefit from collaborative efforts aimed at addressing migration challenges.

Saudi launches project to extract lithium from oilfield brine

Saudi Arabia has successfully extracted lithium from brine samples from Aramco’s oilfields. The country plans to launch a commercial pilot programme for direct extraction soon.

Lebanon's President demands withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern territories

Lebanon’s new president Joseph Aoun said that Israel must withdraw from occupied territories in his country’s south by the January 26 deadline set in the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire agreement.

Politics of survival: How Netanyahu's desire to stay in power shaped the Gaza ceasefire deal

World, Middle East: In a pre-recorded statement on Saturday (Jan 18) seemingly to manage his coalition’s discontent, Netanyahu described the deal as a “temporary ceasefire”

First stage of deal 'temporary ceasefire', Netanyahu says Biden, Trump back Israel's right to resume fighting

World, middle east: It was the first address by Israeli PM after the Gaza ceasefire deal was approved. "Israel will not rest until “all of its war goals are completed,” he said. 

Nigeria fuel tanker explosion kills 70 as crowd rushes to scoop fuel amid soaring prices

World: "The death toll stands at 70 so far," Kumar Tsukwam, the head of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Niger State, told AFP after the tanker carrying 60,000 litres of gasoline exploded after flipping over.

From Sangam dip to temple prayers: Rajnath Singh embraces Maha Kumbh spirit

India news: The Defence Minister first took a dip at the holy Sangam—the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers—amid the chanting of mantras.

ISL 2024-25: 10-men Kerala Blasters snatch point after goalless draw against NorthEast United

Sports, Football: Kerala Blasters FC restricted NorthEast United FC to a goalless draw at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Kochi in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 tonight.

People's March highlights: Protest kicks off in Washington DC, chanting 'Stand up, rise up!’

World: People will be protesting against GOP's policies, which according to them will undermine the women's rights, immigrants, the LGBTQ+ community, and racial minorities.

Trump says will 'most likely' give TikTok 90-day extension to avoid ban after he takes office

World: Trump said that he hadn't made a final decision, but was considering a 90-day extension of the deadline given to the China-based social media company. 

Thirty injured as lift collapses at Spanish ski resort, four in serious condition

World | Emergency services quickly arrived at the ski station, ensuring timely medical intervention, which was crucial to managing the critical nature of the incident efficiently.