The Israeli military said Sunday it had intercepted a missile fired from Yemen, where Houthi rebels have been launching strikes on Israel during its war against Hamas."Following the sirens that sounded a short while ago in several areas in Israel, a missile that was launched from Yemen was intercepted," the Israeli army said in a Telegram post.The Houthis have regularly fired missiles and drones at Israel since the war in Gaza broke out in October 2023, following an attack on Israel by the Houthis' Palestinian ally Hamas.On Friday, Israel bombed the Houthi-held Red Sea ports of Hodeida and Salif following three missile attacks in as many days. It threatened to target the Houthi leadership if the attacks continued.&nbsp;Houthi's warning&nbsp;The Houthi administration said the strikes "will be met with a painful response", according to the Houthi-run Saba news agency.The Houthis, who control swathes of Yemen, have launched missiles and drones targeting Israel and Red Sea shipping throughout the Gaza war, saying they act in solidarity with Palestinians.Their firing on the shipping route drew retaliatory strikes by the United States.However, in early May, the United States sealed a ceasefire with the Houthis that did not include Israel.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Israeli army says it intercepted a missile fired from Yemen


The Israeli military said Sunday it had intercepted a missile fired from Yemen, where Houthi rebels have been launching strikes on Israel during its war against Hamas. "Following the sirens that sounded a short while ago in several areas in Israel, a missile that was launched from Yemen was intercepted," the Israeli army said in a Telegram post. The Houthis have regularly fired missiles and drones at Israel since the war in Gaza broke out in October 2023, following an attack on Israel by the Houthis' Palestinian ally Hamas. On Friday, Israel bombed the Houthi-held Red Sea ports of Hodeida and Salif following three missile attacks in as many days. It threatened to target the Houthi leadership if the attacks continued. Houthi's warning The Houthi administration said the strikes "will be met with a painful response", according to the Houthi-run Saba news agency. The Houthis, who control swathes of Yemen, have launched missiles and drones targeting Israel and Red Sea shipping throughout the Gaza war, saying they act in solidarity with Palestinians. Their firing on the shipping route drew retaliatory strikes by the United States. However, in early May, the United States sealed a ceasefire with the Houthis that did not include Israel. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

"Following the sirens that sounded a short while ago in several areas in Israel, a missile that was launched from Yemen was intercepted," the Israeli army said in a Telegram post.

Israeli army says intercepted missile fired from Yemen

Head of Hezbollah Hassan Nasrallah said on Wednesday that his group would cease its cross-border attacks on Israel if a ceasefire was reached between Israel and&nbsp;Hamas, and that his group would recognise Hamas, the Palestinian ally's decision on Gaza truce negotiations.

Israel's retaliatory attack after Palestinian militant group's October 7 attack sparked hostilities in the Gaza Strip, and Hezbollah has exchanged nearly daily fire with Israeli forces in support of Hamas, raising fears of a full-fledged conflict.

Nasrallah stated, "Hamas is negotiating... on behalf of the whole axis of resistance," referring to regional pro-Iran forces opposing Israel and the US.

"Whatever Hamas accepts, everyone accepts and is satisfied with," he said.&nbsp;

"We do not ask (Hamas) to coordinate with us because the battle in the first instance is theirs," he added.

Nasrallah's statement comes days after meeting with a Hamas delegation led by Foreign Relations Chief Khalil al-Hayya, and just before talks to negotiate a ceasefire and hostage release deal were about to start in Qatar on the Gaza war, which is currently in its tenth month.&nbsp;

Hamas has signalled that it may remove its demand for a "complete" ceasefire, which Israel has consistently rejected, as a prerequisite for starting truce talks.

"If a ceasefire is reached, and we all hope for that... our front will cease-fire without any discussion," Hezbollah supremo said.&nbsp;

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"That is a commitment because it is a support front and we have been clear (about this) from the start," he added.

"We will never allow any attack that the Israeli enemy might carry out against Lebanon (even) if there is a ceasefire in Gaza," Nasrallah added.

"We will continue fighting and doing everything necessary to bring about the desired result" in our fight against Hezbollah, "even if there is a ceasefire" in the Gaza Strip, Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said on Sunday.

According to an AFP count, since October, cross-border conflict in Lebanon has claimed the lives of around 500 individuals, the majority of them were combatants but also included 95 civilians.

According to the officials, at least 29 persons have died on the Israeli side, most of them were soldiers.

(With inputs from agencies)

Head of Hezbollah Hassan Nasrallah said on Wednesday that his group would cease its cross-border attacks on Israel if a ceasefire was reached between Israel and Hamas, and that his group would recognise Hamas, the Palestinian ally's decision on Gaza truce negotiations.

Head of Hezbollah Hassan Nasrallah said on Wednesday that his group would cease its cross-border attacks on Israel if a ceasefire was reached between Israel and Hamas, and that his group would recognise Hamas, the Palestinian ally's decision on Gaza truce negotiations. Israel's retaliatory attack after Palestinian militant group's October 7 attack sparked hostilities in the Gaza Strip, and Hezbollah has exchanged nearly daily fire with Israeli forces in support of Hamas, raising fears of a full-fledged conflict. Nasrallah stated, "Hamas is negotiating... on behalf of the whole axis of resistance," referring to regional pro-Iran forces opposing Israel and the US. "Whatever Hamas accepts, everyone accepts and is satisfied with," he said. "We do not ask (Hamas) to coordinate with us because the battle in the first instance is theirs," he added. Nasrallah's statement comes days after meeting with a Hamas delegation led by Foreign Relations Chief Khalil al-Hayya, and just before talks to negotiate a ceasefire and hostage release deal were about to start in Qatar on the Gaza war, which is currently in its tenth month. Hamas has signalled that it may remove its demand for a "complete" ceasefire, which Israel has consistently rejected, as a prerequisite for starting truce talks. "If a ceasefire is reached, and we all hope for that... our front will cease-fire without any discussion," Hezbollah supremo said. Also read: Israel military orders Gaza City residents to leave, intensifies operations "That is a commitment because it is a support front and we have been clear (about this) from the start," he added. "We will never allow any attack that the Israeli enemy might carry out against Lebanon (even) if there is a ceasefire in Gaza," Nasrallah added. "We will continue fighting and doing everything necessary to bring about the desired result" in our fight against Hezbollah, "even if there is a ceasefire" in the Gaza Strip, Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said on Sunday. According to an AFP count, since October, cross-border conflict in Lebanon has claimed the lives of around 500 individuals, the majority of them were combatants but also included 95 civilians. According to the officials, at least 29 persons have died on the Israeli side, most of them were soldiers. (With inputs from agencies)

Hezbollah poised to halt cross-border attacks if Gaza truce achieved, says chief Nasrallah

The Central American nation of Nicaragua has dragged Germany to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for allegedly aiding acts of ‘genocide’ by Israel in Gaza. Nicaragua is also miffed at Berlin’s decision to defund the UN Palestinian refugee agency (UNRWA), the World Court said Friday (Mar 1).

Managua has urged the ICJ to issue emergency measures requiring Berlin to stop its military aid to Israel and reverse its decision of&nbsp;funding UNRWA.

<h2>Nicaragua’s allegations</h2>

Nicaragua claims Germany is violating the 1948 Genocide Convention and the 1949 Geneva Conventions on the laws of war by providing financial and military aid to Israel.

"By sending military equipment and now defunding UNRWA which provides essential support to the civilian population, Germany is facilitating the commission of genocide," Nicaragua said in its legal filings.

Nicaragua's filing adds that emergency measures were needed because of Berlin's "participation in the ongoing plausible genocide and serious breaches of international humanitarian law" in the Gaza Strip.

The ICJ is expected to set a hearing date within the coming weeks.

<h2>West’s defunding of UNRWA</h2>

Western nations, who are also major donors of UNRWA, stopped funding the organistaion after allegations surfaced regarding the involvement of 12 of its personnel in the Oct 7 terror attacks by Hamas on the Jewish nation.

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Meanwhile, their support for Israel has remained steadfast. Germany is believed to be one of the largest arms exporters to Israel together with the United States.

On the other hand, the European Commission on Friday stressed that its funding to UNRWA was continuing. It was slated to release $54 million to the UN agency next week with a further 32 million euros to follow later.

<h2>Israel’s argument</h2>

Israel denies all the allegations of genocide, saying it is acting in self-defence.

So far, owing to Israel’s relentless pounding of the Gaza Strip, more than 30,000 Palestinians have lost their lives, most of them being women and children.

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On Friday a spokesman for the UN humanitarian office OCHA said that "if something doesn't change, a famine is almost inevitable" in the besieged territory.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Central American nation of Nicaragua has dragged Germany to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for allegedly aiding acts of ‘genocide’ by Israel in Gaza.

The Central American nation of Nicaragua has dragged Germany to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) for allegedly aiding acts of ‘genocide’ by Israel in Gaza. Nicaragua is also miffed at Berlin’s decision to defund the UN Palestinian refugee agency (UNRWA), the World Court said Friday (Mar 1). Managua has urged the ICJ to issue emergency measures requiring Berlin to stop its military aid to Israel and reverse its decision of funding UNRWA. Nicaragua’s allegations Nicaragua claims Germany is violating the 1948 Genocide Convention and the 1949 Geneva Conventions on the laws of war by providing financial and military aid to Israel. "By sending military equipment and now defunding UNRWA which provides essential support to the civilian population, Germany is facilitating the commission of genocide," Nicaragua said in its legal filings. Nicaragua's filing adds that emergency measures were needed because of Berlin's "participation in the ongoing plausible genocide and serious breaches of international humanitarian law" in the Gaza Strip. The ICJ is expected to set a hearing date within the coming weeks. West’s defunding of UNRWA Western nations, who are also major donors of UNRWA, stopped funding the organistaion after allegations surfaced regarding the involvement of 12 of its personnel in the Oct 7 terror attacks by Hamas on the Jewish nation. Watch: Israel war: Palestinian officials accuse Israel of attack × Meanwhile, their support for Israel has remained steadfast. Germany is believed to be one of the largest arms exporters to Israel together with the United States. On the other hand, the European Commission on Friday stressed that its funding to UNRWA was continuing. It was slated to release $54 million to the UN agency next week with a further 32 million euros to follow later. Israel’s argument Israel denies all the allegations of genocide, saying it is acting in self-defence. So far, owing to Israel’s relentless pounding of the Gaza Strip, more than 30,000 Palestinians have lost their lives, most of them being women and children. Also read: Israel-Hamas war: Hoping for Gaza ceasefire deal by Ramadan, says Biden On Friday a spokesman for the UN humanitarian office OCHA said that "if something doesn't change, a famine is almost inevitable" in the besieged territory. (With inputs from agencies)

Nicaragua drags Germany to World Court for 'aiding Israel’s genocide’ in Gaza

In a major diplomatic effort, Egypt and Qatar&nbsp;have succeeded in temporarily extending the ceasefire between Israeli and Hamas forces in Gaza. The extension, as per a social media post by a Qatar official, is for two days — in addition to the previous four days.

<h2>Four plus two days</h2>

The truce extension comes as the initial four-day agreement was set to expire.&nbsp;

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Taking to social media platform X, Qatari foreign ministry spokesman Majed Al Ansari wrote "The State of Qatar announces that, as part of the ongoing mediation, an agreement has been reached to extend the humanitarian truce for an additional two days in the Gaza Strip".

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Qatar, with the support of Egypt and the United States, had for days been engaged in intense negotiations to establish and prolong the truce in Gaza.

<h2>Hamas confirms</h2>

The extension, as per an Al Jazeera report, has been confirmed by militant group Hamas.

"Hamas announced that an agreement has been reached with the brothers in Qatar and Egypt for an extension of the temporary humanitarian pause for an additional two days, with the same conditions as the previous truce," said the group in a statement, as reported by AFP.

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<h2>The terms of the truce</h2>

During the course of the initial truce, a total of 50 civilian hostages — including women and children — were expected to be released.

In exchange, Israel had agreed to release 150 Palestinian prisoners. Additionally, humanitarian aid was to be allowed into the war-torn region.

The first three days of the truce, as per AFP, saw Hamas release 58 hostages — including 39 Israeli hostages, along with 17 Thais, one Filipino and one dual Russian-Israeli national. On the other hand, in exchange, Israel released 117 Palestinian prisoners.

The truce was set to end on Monday (Nov 27) night. It marks a pause in the seven-week conflict that has inflicted significant casualties and destruction in the Palestinian enclave.

(With inputs from agencies)

In a major diplomatic effort, Egypt and Qatar have succeeded in temporarily extending the ceasefire between Israeli and Hamas forces in Gaza. The extension, as per a social media post by a Qatar official, is for two days — in addition to the previous four days.

In a major diplomatic effort, Egypt and Qatar have succeeded in temporarily extending the ceasefire between Israeli and Hamas forces in Gaza. The extension, as per a social media post by a Qatar official, is for two days — in addition to the previous four days. Four plus two days The truce extension comes as the initial four-day agreement was set to expire. Also read | Musk, Israel authorities agree 'in principle' for use of Starlink technology in Gaza Taking to social media platform X, Qatari foreign ministry spokesman Majed Al Ansari wrote "The State of Qatar announces that, as part of the ongoing mediation, an agreement has been reached to extend the humanitarian truce for an additional two days in the Gaza Strip". Qatar, with the support of Egypt and the United States, had for days been engaged in intense negotiations to establish and prolong the truce in Gaza. Hamas confirms The extension, as per an Al Jazeera report, has been confirmed by militant group Hamas. "Hamas announced that an agreement has been reached with the brothers in Qatar and Egypt for an extension of the temporary humanitarian pause for an additional two days, with the same conditions as the previous truce," said the group in a statement, as reported by AFP. Also read | In Pics | Emotional reunion in Israel, West Bank as more hostages, prisoners are released The terms of the truce During the course of the initial truce, a total of 50 civilian hostages — including women and children — were expected to be released. In exchange, Israel had agreed to release 150 Palestinian prisoners. Additionally, humanitarian aid was to be allowed into the war-torn region. The first three days of the truce, as per AFP, saw Hamas release 58 hostages — including 39 Israeli hostages, along with 17 Thais, one Filipino and one dual Russian-Israeli national. On the other hand, in exchange, Israel released 117 Palestinian prisoners. The truce was set to end on Monday (Nov 27) night. It marks a pause in the seven-week conflict that has inflicted significant casualties and destruction in the Palestinian enclave. (With inputs from agencies)

Egypt and Qatar successfully mediate two-day extension of truce between Israel and Hamas

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (Oct 23) spoke to Jordanian King Abdullah II to discuss their shared concerns towards terrorism, violence and loss of lives.

Though the whole context of their conversation is unclear, since the conversion is taking place amidst the Israel-Hamas war, their discussion may have been related to the ongoing conflict in the West Asian region.

"Spoke with His Majesty @KingAbdullahII of Jordan. Exchanged views on the developments in the West Asia region. We share concerns regarding terrorism, violence and loss of civilian lives,” Modi said on social media platform X.

He told the king that further concerted efforts are needed for early resolution of the security and humanitarian situation, alluding to the situation in the Gaza Strip where the stranded civilians have been finding it difficult to access shelter and food amidst Israel's counter operations against the Hamas militants.

The Jordanian foreign ministry later in a statement said that both leaders discussed means to stop the deteriorating situation in Gaza.

<h2>India wants efforts to end war in Gaza</h2>

“Discussions during the call covered the need to step up international efforts to end the war on Gaza, protect civilians and hospitals, and guarantee the sustained delivery of medical and relief aid into the strip,” the statement said.

“His Majesty warned of the deteriorating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and the repercussions of what is happening in the strip on the region&nbsp;and&nbsp;the&nbsp;world,” he added.

On Sunday, India sent humanitarian aid to Palestinians in the conflict-torn region.

Nearly 6.5 tonnes of medical aid and 32 tonnes of disaster relief material have been sent to Palestine, which will reach the country via Egypt.

<h2>Modi sends aid to Palestinians&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2>

External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said on X, "An IAF C-17 flight carrying nearly 6.5 tonnes of medical aid and 32 tonnes of disaster relief material for the people of Palestine departs for El-Arish airport in Egypt."

The relief items will be sent to Palestine via the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and Gaza.

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The official further said that the humanitarian aid includes "essential life-saving medicines, surgical items, tents, sleeping bags, tarpaulins, sanitary utilities, water purification tablets, among other necessary items".

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Aid to Palestine comes days after Prime Minister Modi spoke to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on Thursday.

During their conversation, PM Modi said that India would continue sending humanitarian assistance to the Palestinians, as he also conveyed his condolences on the loss of civilian lives in the Gaza Strip due to the bombing at a hospital.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (Oct 23) spoke to Jordanian King Abdullah II to discuss their shared concerns towards terrorism, violence and loss of lives.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (Oct 23) spoke to Jordanian King Abdullah II to discuss their shared concerns towards terrorism, violence and loss of lives. Though the whole context of their conversation is unclear, since the conversion is taking place amidst the Israel-Hamas war, their discussion may have been related to the ongoing conflict in the West Asian region. "Spoke with His Majesty @KingAbdullahII of Jordan. Exchanged views on the developments in the West Asia region. We share concerns regarding terrorism, violence and loss of civilian lives,” Modi said on social media platform X. He told the king that further concerted efforts are needed for early resolution of the security and humanitarian situation, alluding to the situation in the Gaza Strip where the stranded civilians have been finding it difficult to access shelter and food amidst Israel's counter operations against the Hamas militants. The Jordanian foreign ministry later in a statement said that both leaders discussed means to stop the deteriorating situation in Gaza. India wants efforts to end war in Gaza “Discussions during the call covered the need to step up international efforts to end the war on Gaza, protect civilians and hospitals, and guarantee the sustained delivery of medical and relief aid into the strip,” the statement said. “His Majesty warned of the deteriorating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and the repercussions of what is happening in the strip on the region and the world,” he added. On Sunday, India sent humanitarian aid to Palestinians in the conflict-torn region. Nearly 6.5 tonnes of medical aid and 32 tonnes of disaster relief material have been sent to Palestine, which will reach the country via Egypt. Modi sends aid to Palestinians External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said on X, "An IAF C-17 flight carrying nearly 6.5 tonnes of medical aid and 32 tonnes of disaster relief material for the people of Palestine departs for El-Arish airport in Egypt." The relief items will be sent to Palestine via the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and Gaza. Also read | Explained | Why Israel bombed Syrian airports, amid its ongoing war with Hamas The official further said that the humanitarian aid includes "essential life-saving medicines, surgical items, tents, sleeping bags, tarpaulins, sanitary utilities, water purification tablets, among other necessary items". Also read | Amid horror of Israel-Hamas war, al-Qaeda, Islamic State call for global attacks Aid to Palestine comes days after Prime Minister Modi spoke to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on Thursday. During their conversation, PM Modi said that India would continue sending humanitarian assistance to the Palestinians, as he also conveyed his condolences on the loss of civilian lives in the Gaza Strip due to the bombing at a hospital. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Israel-Hamas war: Indian PM Modi, Jordan King Abdullah II discuss developments in West Asia

Gaza's Islamist rulers Hamas said Monday they had reached a Qatari-mediated deal with Israel to end more than three weeks of cross-border attacks.

Changing geopolitics of West Asia

Hamas says deal reached to end escalation of violence with Israel