As Israel continuously bombs the Gaza strip, the Hamas-run Palestinian Health Ministry has expressed fears of famine for more than 1.9 million displaced Gazans. The United Nations has earlier said that the quantity of aid entering Gaza is only 10% of what is required.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to retake control of Gaza's border with Egypt further asserting on how Israel's mission to neutralize Hamas is expected to last for months. Meanwhile the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza is only worsening

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Gaza is reeling under a human catastrophe. With a severe shortage of essentials and hospitals barely functioning, Hunger and death are looming over Gaza. Israel is continuing its offensive with renewed vigour in the besieged strip. Death toll has risen to over 21,600 according to Hamas. This is around one percent of the Gaza population.

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South Africa takes to the International Court of Justice and calls Israel's actions genocidal in nature.

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Fighting raged Saturday across Gaza, where displaced Palestinians are "exhausted" with no end in sight to war between the besieged territory's Hamas rulers and Israel, now in its 13th week.

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The Indian defence minister responded strongly to attacks on trade vessels plying on the red sea, one of the world’s busiest shipping routes. India’s maritime forces are braving through adversaries with its latest missile destroyers and recon assets to secure the region along with international players. But which groups are behind these incessant attacks? Is India ready for a maritime conflict in the red sea? Watch Game Plan with Shivan Chanana.

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A United Nations report published on Thursday deplored what it said was a "rapid deterioration" of human rights in the West Bank and urged Israeli authorities to end violence against the Palestinian population there.

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The war in West Asia has spilt over to one of the world’s busiest trade routes. American missiles and Houthi drones have been in action over the Red Sea. Will the US be able to contain the Yemeni threat to the route or will it end up escalating tensions in the already boiling region? Rahesha Sehgal explains.

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Israeli forces bombarded cities, towns and refugee camps across Gaza overnight and into Thursday, killing dozens of people.

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Israeli forces bombarded cities, towns and refugee camps across Gaza overnight and into Thursday, killing dozens of people in an air and ground offensive against Hamas that has widened to most of the territory and forced thousands more to flee from homes and shelters.

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Russia launched more than 110 missiles on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities killing at least 10 people and wounding several others. Several powerful explosions rocked Kyiv early on Friday morning after a week of relative calm.

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Indian newspaper Hindustan Times, citing unnamed sources, reported that the initial investigation of the debris recovered from the Merchant Vessel (MV) Chem Pluto has hinted at the use of Iranian Shahed 136 loitering ammunition in the attack which was carried out while the ship was on its way to New Mangalore Port through the Arabian Sea.

The Central Forensic Science Laboratory has been examining the missile debris in Pune which is set to submit a full report in a week, claimed the report. The Shahed 136 is a variant of the Russian Geran-2 expendable drone and has a range of 2,500 km as well as a warhead of 50 kg and delta wings.&nbsp;

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-vows-to-find-out-who-is-behind-drone-attack-off-its-coast-673706">India vows to find out culprit behind drone attack on merchant ships off its coast, take strict action</a>

As per the report, the Indian Navy has recovered what looked like the loitering ammunition's burnt-out wings. The initial reports had suggested the involvement of two Iranian vessels - MV Saviz (general cargo and 100 nautical miles off the attacked ship) and MV Artenos (Bulk carrier 280 nautical miles of MV Chem Pluto) - in firing the missile. However, the Indian Navy did not find anything on the two vessels after the incident.&nbsp;

<h2>Experts carry out forensic analysis of debris</h2>

Experts suggested that the explosives had fully detonated while examining the debris and concluded that it was definitely a drone.&nbsp;

Explosive Ordnance Disposal specialists, after preliminary analysis and sanitisation, said that the explosive charge on the drone "detonated completely causing extensive damage above the waterline".

"Remnants of projectile have been collected by the Indian Navy for further forensic analysis," said the Indian Navy, while speaking to the media. After the drone strike, India is now set to deploy warships, aircraft and other assets in the Indian Ocean to protect merchant vessels.

"In light of the recent maritime incidents in the Arabian Sea, IN has commenced focused maritime security operations in the region. The presence of IN warships and air surveillance in the region has been enhanced. Actions are being progressed in coordination with national maritime agencies towards ensuring the safety of merchant marine in the region," said the Navy.&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;WION access first images of damaged MV Chem Pluto, merchant ship that was attcked in Arabian Sea

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The destroyers have already been moved by the Navy and the Indian Coast Guard in the Arabian Sea. On Saturday (Dec 24), three warships - MV Mormugao, Kochi and Kolkata - as well as maritime patrol aircraft were deployed after the drone attack was reported by UK Maritime Trade Operations, or UKMTO.

The US Defence headquarters Pentagon stated that the ship was hit by "a one-way attack drone fired from Iran".

Meanwhile, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the government will track down those involved in the attacks on Merchant Navy ships, "even from the depths of the sea" and action will be taken against them.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian newspaper Hindustan Times, citing unnamed sources, reported that the initial investigation of the debris recovered from the Merchant Vessel (MV) Chem Pluto has hinted at the use of Iranian Shahed 136 loitering ammunition in the attack which was carried out while the ship was on its way to New Mangalore Port through the Arabian Sea.

Indian newspaper Hindustan Times, citing unnamed sources, reported that the initial investigation of the debris recovered from the Merchant Vessel (MV) Chem Pluto has hinted at the use of Iranian Shahed 136 loitering ammunition in the attack which was carried out while the ship was on its way to New Mangalore Port through the Arabian Sea. The Central Forensic Science Laboratory has been examining the missile debris in Pune which is set to submit a full report in a week, claimed the report. The Shahed 136 is a variant of the Russian Geran-2 expendable drone and has a range of 2,500 km as well as a warhead of 50 kg and delta wings. Also read: India vows to find out culprit behind drone attack on merchant ships off its coast, take strict action As per the report, the Indian Navy has recovered what looked like the loitering ammunition's burnt-out wings. The initial reports had suggested the involvement of two Iranian vessels - MV Saviz (general cargo and 100 nautical miles off the attacked ship) and MV Artenos (Bulk carrier 280 nautical miles of MV Chem Pluto) - in firing the missile. However, the Indian Navy did not find anything on the two vessels after the incident. Experts carry out forensic analysis of debris Experts suggested that the explosives had fully detonated while examining the debris and concluded that it was definitely a drone. Explosive Ordnance Disposal specialists, after preliminary analysis and sanitisation, said that the explosive charge on the drone "detonated completely causing extensive damage above the waterline". "Remnants of projectile have been collected by the Indian Navy for further forensic analysis," said the Indian Navy, while speaking to the media. After the drone strike, India is now set to deploy warships, aircraft and other assets in the Indian Ocean to protect merchant vessels. "In light of the recent maritime incidents in the Arabian Sea, IN has commenced focused maritime security operations in the region. The presence of IN warships and air surveillance in the region has been enhanced. Actions are being progressed in coordination with national maritime agencies towards ensuring the safety of merchant marine in the region," said the Navy. Watch: WION access first images of damaged MV Chem Pluto, merchant ship that was attcked in Arabian Sea The destroyers have already been moved by the Navy and the Indian Coast Guard in the Arabian Sea. On Saturday (Dec 24), three warships - MV Mormugao, Kochi and Kolkata - as well as maritime patrol aircraft were deployed after the drone attack was reported by UK Maritime Trade Operations, or UKMTO. The US Defence headquarters Pentagon stated that the ship was hit by "a one-way attack drone fired from Iran". Meanwhile, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the government will track down those involved in the attacks on Merchant Navy ships, "even from the depths of the sea" and action will be taken against them. (With inputs from agencies)

MV Chem Pluto drone attack: Initial investigation of debris hints at Iran link, says report

Nine IDF soldiers were wounded, one seriously, in an anti-tank guided missile attack in northern Israel on Tuesday, while evacuating a civilian who had been injured in an earlier Hezbollah attack on a church, the army said.

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As the Hamas war rages on, Israel's defence cost is surging. The finance ministry stated in a paper that Israel will need to raise defence spending by at least 30 billion shekels, or $8.3 billion, next year.

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Israel has issued a travel warning for its citizens in india suspecting that an explosion near the Israeli embassy in New Delhi on Tuesday was quote-unquote "A possible terror attack.'' Israeli nationals have been warned to try to avoid going to crowded places like malls and markets and places identified as serving Westerns and Israelis. They have also been urged to be on alert in public places. According to the Israeli foreign ministry, there were no casualties in the explosion. The incident is under investigation by the local authorities. A national investigation agency team has also examined the site.

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Houthis claim responsibility for drone attack on Israeli port city of Eilat, Red Sea commercial vessel. Watch the video to know more.

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The Indian navy has highlighted the increasing peril of drone attacks in the Red Sea and northern Arabian Sea. Its November 2023 security report on the Indian Ocean on the threat comes amid this month's attack on two India-bound vessels M-V Chem Pluto and M-V Sai Baba. The report calls the trend a growing cause of concern for commercial shipping, and global trade transiting through the Indian Ocean region.

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Senior commander of Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps Sayyed Reza Mousavi has been killed in an Israeli airstrike near Damascus, Syria. Mousavi was a close aide of Qasem Soleimani. Iran has vowed to avenge Mousavi's death.

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A shocking incident has come to light from China. A father ordered his son to attack a fellow student while the other children watched in shock. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was greeted with a major disruption during a parliamentary session when families of the hostages taken by Hamas heckled and booed him in the Knesset sitting in the visitors chamber.

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The renewed talks for a potential truce in the Israel-Hamas War there are reports of Discord between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his defence minister Yoav Gallant. The Israeli media reports that Netanyahu has barred Gallant from holding talks with the Mossad chief on the hostage release deal.

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In a post on X, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated, "We will find the mastermind of the attack from the bottom of the sea." Singh continued, "With friendly nations we keep sea lanes safe and secure for maritime commerce." India has increased its attempts to combat drone attacks and has deployed four warships.

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The Israeli offensive in Gaza is dubbed the "deadliest in history" by experts. In Gaza, the aforementioned conflict caused more damage than Germany did during World War 2. More damage was done in Gaza by the Israel-Hamas conflict than Aleppo, Syria, saw between 2012 and 2016.

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The merchant ship MV Chem Pluto which was attacked by a drone on Saturday will be arriving in Mumbai today. The vessel is being escorted by Indian Coast Guard ship Vikram. In response to the attack, the Indian Navy diverted a maritime patrol aircraft operating in Area. Naval maritime patrol aircraft flew over MV Chem Pluto and established contact.

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The merchant ship MV Chem Pluto which was attacked by a drone on Saturday will be arriving in Mumbai today. The vessel is being escorted by Indian Coast Guard ship Vikram.

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