Israeli war cabinet minister Benny Gantz announced on Sunday that he was quitting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s emergency unity government formed shortly after the Hamas Oct 7. attack on Israel.

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Nine months after 26-year-old Noa Argamani was abducted by Hamas from a music festival-turned-killing field in southern Israel, she returned at a Tel Aviv hospital to see her terminally ill mother. One of the most recognised faces of the 'Bring Them Home' campaign, Argamani was among over 250 people taken captive by Hamas when the Palestinian militant group attacked Israel on last October 7. The consequent state of war in Gaza has led to an unprecedented humanitarian crisis with over 36,000 dead.&nbsp;

Argamani's footage of her being taken into Gaza on the back of a motorcycle while pleading for her life and reaching towards her boyfriend being marched along with her on foot went viral all over the world.&nbsp;

Argamani's boyfriend Avinatan Or is still in captivity.

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Argamani was rescued on Saturday (June 8), along with three other hostages, in an operation by Israeli special forces from an apartment building in central Gaza.&nbsp;Palestinian officials claimed that Israeli operation to rescue the hostages&nbsp;killed more than 200 people, a claim which could not be immediately verified.

The hostage rescue operation and an intense accompanying air assault took place in central Gaza's al-Nuseirat, a densely built-up and often embattled area in the conflict between Israel and Hamas.

<h2>'I am so happy': Noa Argamani after being rescued</h2>

"I'm so happy to be here," Noa said in a phone call with Israel's president upon her return, while surrounded by friends and family.

Noa was later met with cheers upon arrival at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center where her mother, Liora, was being treated for terminal brain cancer.

In October, when her daughter was abducted, Liora, sitting in a wheelchair imagined her reunion with daughter.&nbsp;

"At least to be able to hug her," Liora had said.

Also watch |&nbsp;Israel war: IDF rescues 4 hostages from Gaza

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Liora, a cancer patient, is faced with&nbsp;a "complicated and tough" health condition.&nbsp;

"For the last eight months we are trying to keep her in a status that she can communicate," Tel Aviv hospital CEO,&nbsp;Gamzu, where Liora is being treated, said.

Argamani's father, Yaakov, first met her after a military helicopter carried her back to Israel.

"Today is my birthday, and a gift like this I never believed I would get," he said.

More than 360 people were killed during the rampage at the Nova dance festival, and another 40 were taken hostage by Hamas, according to Israeli records.

(With inputs from agencies)

Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.&nbsp;

Nine months after 26-year-old Noa Argamani was abducted by Hamas from a music festival-turned-killing field in southern Israel, she returned at a Tel Aviv hospital to see her terminally ill mother.

Nine months after 26-year-old Noa Argamani was abducted by Hamas from a music festival-turned-killing field in southern Israel, she returned at a Tel Aviv hospital to see her terminally ill mother. One of the most recognised faces of the 'Bring Them Home' campaign, Argamani was among over 250 people taken captive by Hamas when the Palestinian militant group attacked Israel on last October 7. The consequent state of war in Gaza has led to an unprecedented humanitarian crisis with over 36,000 dead. Argamani's footage of her being taken into Gaza on the back of a motorcycle while pleading for her life and reaching towards her boyfriend being marched along with her on foot went viral all over the world. Argamani's boyfriend Avinatan Or is still in captivity. Also read | Gaza war: Noa Argamani and other rescued hostages' fateful encounter with Hamas on Oct 7 Argamani was rescued on Saturday (June 8), along with three other hostages, in an operation by Israeli special forces from an apartment building in central Gaza. Palestinian officials claimed that Israeli operation to rescue the hostages killed more than 200 people, a claim which could not be immediately verified. The hostage rescue operation and an intense accompanying air assault took place in central Gaza's al-Nuseirat, a densely built-up and often embattled area in the conflict between Israel and Hamas. 'I am so happy': Noa Argamani after being rescued "I'm so happy to be here," Noa said in a phone call with Israel's president upon her return, while surrounded by friends and family. Noa was later met with cheers upon arrival at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center where her mother, Liora, was being treated for terminal brain cancer. In October, when her daughter was abducted, Liora, sitting in a wheelchair imagined her reunion with daughter. "At least to be able to hug her," Liora had said. Also watch | Israel war: IDF rescues 4 hostages from Gaza × Liora, a cancer patient, is faced with a "complicated and tough" health condition. "For the last eight months we are trying to keep her in a status that she can communicate," Tel Aviv hospital CEO, Gamzu, where Liora is being treated, said. Argamani's father, Yaakov, first met her after a military helicopter carried her back to Israel. "Today is my birthday, and a gift like this I never believed I would get," he said. More than 360 people were killed during the rampage at the Nova dance festival, and another 40 were taken hostage by Hamas, according to Israeli records. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Israeli hostage Noa Argamani rescued just in time to see her terminally ailing mother

Israelis celebrated Saturday the release of four hostages from Gaza in a military operation, cheering on beaches and gathering outside the hospital where the former captives underwent medical checks.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel rescues 4 hostages kidnapped by Hamas: 'We are overjoyed

The United Nations has added Israel to the global list of states and armed groups who have committed violations against children in the past year, the country's UN envoy Gilad Erdan confirmed.

Erdan said he was "shocked and disgusted" by the "shameful" decision to include Israel on this year’s list. It's&nbsp;part of a report on children and armed conflict due to be presented to the UN security council next Friday.

"I am utterly shocked and disgusted by this shameful decision of the secretary-general," said Erdan.

"Israel’s army is the most moral army in the world, so this immoral decision will only aid the terrorists and reward Hamas."

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a statement that the UN had "added itself to the black list of history when it joined those who support the Hamas murderers."

Also watch |&nbsp;Israel-Hamas war: UN adds Israel to list of states committing violations against children

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Israel Katz, Israel’s foreign minister, also warned that the decision would have an impact on the country’s relations with the United Nations which are already very strained.

Israel is refusing to deal with the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), the main organisation channeling aid to Palestinian refugees in Gaza, the West Bank, Jordan, Lebanon and Syria.

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There have been claims by UN staff that Israel had been left off the list of offenders in previous years after political pressure from Israeli officials.

<h2>What makes a nation child rights violator?</h2>

The United Nations considers six grave violations as the basis of adding nation-states into the list of such countries. They are:&nbsp;

- Killing and maiming of children;

- Recruitment or use of children as soldiers;

- Sexual violence against children;

- Abduction of children;

- Attacks against schools or hospitals;

- Denial of humanitarian access for children

(With inputs from agencies)

The United Nations has added Israel to the global list of states and armed groups who have committed violations against children in the past year, the country's UN envoy Gilad Erdan confirmed.

The United Nations has added Israel to the global list of states and armed groups who have committed violations against children in the past year, the country's UN envoy Gilad Erdan confirmed. Erdan said he was "shocked and disgusted" by the "shameful" decision to include Israel on this year’s list. It's part of a report on children and armed conflict due to be presented to the UN security council next Friday. "I am utterly shocked and disgusted by this shameful decision of the secretary-general," said Erdan. "Israel’s army is the most moral army in the world, so this immoral decision will only aid the terrorists and reward Hamas." Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a statement that the UN had "added itself to the black list of history when it joined those who support the Hamas murderers." Also watch | Israel-Hamas war: UN adds Israel to list of states committing violations against children × Israel Katz, Israel’s foreign minister, also warned that the decision would have an impact on the country’s relations with the United Nations which are already very strained. Israel is refusing to deal with the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), the main organisation channeling aid to Palestinian refugees in Gaza, the West Bank, Jordan, Lebanon and Syria. Also read | Israeli Army, Hamas in UN list of offenders committing violations against children There have been claims by UN staff that Israel had been left off the list of offenders in previous years after political pressure from Israeli officials. What makes a nation child rights violator? The United Nations considers six grave violations as the basis of adding nation-states into the list of such countries. They are: - Killing and maiming of children; - Recruitment or use of children as soldiers; - Sexual violence against children; - Abduction of children; - Attacks against schools or hospitals; - Denial of humanitarian access for children (With inputs from agencies)

Blacklist of history: Israel reacts sharply to inclusion in UN 'list of shame' for children's rights abuse

Benny Gantz, a key member of Israel’s war cabinet, might resign from the government by Saturday night, following his ultimatum to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on presenting a plan for the day after the Gaza war.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel's Gantz expected to resign from cabinet post

Benjamin Netanyahu is all set to address a joint meeting of the US Congress on the 24th of July, During his address he will reportedly reveal the truth about the ongoing War. It's unclear at this point if Netanyahu would meet Biden during his visit this visit.

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Left-wing MPs in France, dressed in the colours of a Palestinian flag in the National Assembly. This was just days after French MP Sebastien Delogu was suspended for the same gesture.

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The proposed ceasefire agreement between US President Joe Biden and Gaza was described by a senior Hamas official as "just words" on Thursday, and the Palestinian organization has not received any formal pledges on a truce.

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Israeli Army on Thursday (June 6) said it struck a UN school in central Gaza that it claimed housed a "Hamas compound". At least 36 people were killed, according to Hamas.

Israeli "fighter jets... conducted a precise strike on a Hamas compound embedded inside an UNRWA school in the area of Nuseirat", the army said in a statement, adding that several terrorists were "eliminated".

The military said it "eliminated" several "terrorists" after its jets "conducted a precise strike on a Hamas compound embedded inside an UNRWA school in the area of Nuseirat", in central Gaza.

UNRWA is the UN agency for Palestinian refugees.

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Hamas described it as a "horrific massacre... that shames humanity".

The war in Gaza began after Hamas' October 7 attack on southern Israel, which killed about 1,200 people. Hamas also took about 250 hostages&nbsp;— whose return is a key demand of Israel for war to end — 120 of whom remain in Gaza.

Israel's bombardment and ground offensive have killed at least 36,586 people in Gaza, also mostly civilians, according to the Hamas-run territory's health ministry.

Israel has frequently accused Hamas and its allies in Gaza of using schools, health facilities and other civilian infrastructure as operational centres.

<h2>What does it mean?</h2>

The latest strike comes as US, Qatari and Egyptian mediators resumed talks to try to secure a truce and hostage release deal.

US President Joe Biden last week outlined what he called a three-phase Israeli plan to halt the fighting for six weeks while hostages held by militants in Gaza are exchanged for Palestinian prisoners.

Also watch |&nbsp;Israel-Hamas war: Biden says 'have major disagreement over post-conflict future of Gaza'

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Biden has urged Hamas to accept the deal and has deployed CIA chief Bill Burns to Qatar.

Biden earlier told Qatar's emir that "Hamas is now the only obstacle to a complete ceasefire", and "confirmed Israel's readiness to move forward" with the terms he set out last week.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Israeli Army on Thursday (June 6) said it struck a UN school in central Gaza that it claimed housed a "Hamas compound". At least 36 people were killed, according to Hamas.

Israeli Army on Thursday (June 6) said it struck a UN school in central Gaza that it claimed housed a "Hamas compound". At least 36 people were killed, according to Hamas. Israeli "fighter jets... conducted a precise strike on a Hamas compound embedded inside an UNRWA school in the area of Nuseirat", the army said in a statement, adding that several terrorists were "eliminated". The military said it "eliminated" several "terrorists" after its jets "conducted a precise strike on a Hamas compound embedded inside an UNRWA school in the area of Nuseirat", in central Gaza. UNRWA is the UN agency for Palestinian refugees. Also read | Fake social media accounts targeted US with pro-Israel content amid Gaza war: Report Hamas described it as a "horrific massacre... that shames humanity". The war in Gaza began after Hamas' October 7 attack on southern Israel, which killed about 1,200 people. Hamas also took about 250 hostages — whose return is a key demand of Israel for war to end — 120 of whom remain in Gaza. Israel's bombardment and ground offensive have killed at least 36,586 people in Gaza, also mostly civilians, according to the Hamas-run territory's health ministry. Israel has frequently accused Hamas and its allies in Gaza of using schools, health facilities and other civilian infrastructure as operational centres. What does it mean? The latest strike comes as US, Qatari and Egyptian mediators resumed talks to try to secure a truce and hostage release deal. US President Joe Biden last week outlined what he called a three-phase Israeli plan to halt the fighting for six weeks while hostages held by militants in Gaza are exchanged for Palestinian prisoners. Also watch | Israel-Hamas war: Biden says 'have major disagreement over post-conflict future of Gaza' × Biden has urged Hamas to accept the deal and has deployed CIA chief Bill Burns to Qatar. Biden earlier told Qatar's emir that "Hamas is now the only obstacle to a complete ceasefire", and "confirmed Israel's readiness to move forward" with the terms he set out last week. (With inputs from agencies)

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Amid the ongoing ceasefire talks, the Israeli army has said that it has carried out a deadly strike on a UN in school in Central Gaza which it claims houses a Hamas compound.

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Amid the ongoing ceasefire talks, the Israeli army has said that it has carried out a deadly strike on a UN school in central Gaza which it claims houses a Hamas compound.

Israel pounds central Gaza; claims deadly strike on 'Hamas compound'

“There needs to be a two-state solution, a transition to a two-state solution. That's my biggest disagreement with Bibi Netanyahu,” Biden says. Biden said that Arab assistance in the post-war stabilization of Gaza could extend to Saudi Arabia. Watch to know more.

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Washington has said that it would seek a UN Security Council resolution to back the three-phase road map which Biden presented last Friday as Israel's plan. Furthermore on the Northern front Israeli Army is closed to a decision for a military offensive. Watch in for more details!

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Israel said Tuesday it signed a $3 billion deal to buy a third squadron of 25 advanced F-35 stealth fighter jets manufactured by Lockheed Martin, with the delivery to commence in 2028.

"At time when some of our adversaries aim to undermine our ties with our greatest ally, we only further strengthen our alliance," Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said in a statement announcing the deal.

"This sends a powerful message to our enemies across the region."

The defence ministry said the deal would bring to 75 the number of F-35s in Israel's fleet.

WATCH:&nbsp;Israel war: Displaced Israelis wonder if schools will open, forced to leave due to Hezbollah fire

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"The delivery of the aircrafts to the IDF (army) will commence in 2028 at a rate of three to five aircrafts per year," the ministry said in a statement.

Israel is the only Middle East nation with F-35s, the world's most advanced fighter which is stealth capable and can be used to gather intelligence, strike deep into enemy territory and engage in air duels.

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In May 2018, Israel's military said it had become the first country to use F-35s in combat.

Even before the war with Hamas erupted on October 7, Israel had launched hundreds of raids on Syrian territory during that country's years of war, primarily targeting Iran-backed forces and Lebanese Hezbollah fighters as well as Syrian army positions.

In April, Iran carried out its first-ever direct attack on Israel using more than 300 drones and missiles as the war with Hamas in Gaza raged. 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

Israel said Tuesday it signed a $3 billion deal to buy a third squadron of 25 advanced F-35 stealth fighter jets manufactured by Lockheed Martin, with the delivery to commence in 2028.

Israel said Tuesday it signed a $3 billion deal to buy a third squadron of 25 advanced F-35 stealth fighter jets manufactured by Lockheed Martin, with the delivery to commence in 2028. "At time when some of our adversaries aim to undermine our ties with our greatest ally, we only further strengthen our alliance," Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said in a statement announcing the deal. "This sends a powerful message to our enemies across the region." The defence ministry said the deal would bring to 75 the number of F-35s in Israel's fleet. WATCH: Israel war: Displaced Israelis wonder if schools will open, forced to leave due to Hezbollah fire × "The delivery of the aircrafts to the IDF (army) will commence in 2028 at a rate of three to five aircrafts per year," the ministry said in a statement. Israel is the only Middle East nation with F-35s, the world's most advanced fighter which is stealth capable and can be used to gather intelligence, strike deep into enemy territory and engage in air duels. Also read: Republican-led US House votes to sanction ICC, defends Israel against war crime charges In May 2018, Israel's military said it had become the first country to use F-35s in combat. Even before the war with Hamas erupted on October 7, Israel had launched hundreds of raids on Syrian territory during that country's years of war, primarily targeting Iran-backed forces and Lebanese Hezbollah fighters as well as Syrian army positions. In April, Iran carried out its first-ever direct attack on Israel using more than 300 drones and missiles as the war with Hamas in Gaza raged. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel inks $3 billion deal with US for 25 F-35 fighter jets

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The Maldives on Sunday (June 2) declared it would amend a law to effectively ban the entry of Israeli nationals into the South Asian nation.

The country's Minister of Homeland Security and Technology Ali Ihusan said that President Dr Mohamed Muizzu took the decision in a cabinet meeting to ban Israel's passport in the country.

This comes as Muizzu has appointed a special envoy to identify Palestine's requests from the Maldives regarding the ongoing war in Gaza.

The archipelago nation also said it was setting up a fundraising campaign to help Palestinian citizens with the help of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees.

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"President Dr Mohamed Muizzu, following a recommendation from the Cabinet, has resolved to impose a ban on Israeli passports. The Minister of Homeland Security and Technology, Ali Ihsaan, announced the decision at a news conference held at the President's Office this afternoon," a statement by the Maldives President's office read.

As per sources, the government process to make necessary amendments to the law has started.

Meanwhile, the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs asked the Israeli citizens who are currently in the Maldives to try leaving the country after the annoucement.&nbsp;

"If Israelis who are currently in the Maldives encounter trouble, it will be difficult for us to assist them," stated the ministry. 
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Earlier, Male had condemned Israeli ground offensive and airstrikes in the southern Gazan city of Rafah.

"Such deliberate aggression and genocidal acts targeted against civilians are in gross violation of international humanitarian law," the Maldives Foreign Ministry said in a statement.

It is to be noted that nearly 11,000 Israelis had visited Maldives last year, 0.6 per cent of the total foreign arrivals.&nbsp;

In October last year, Israel had warned its nationals to avoid travelling to the Maldives after it launched the war in Gaza.&nbsp;

Maldives officially backs the idea of the&nbsp;establishment of an independent and sovereign state based on the pre‑1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Maldives on Sunday (June 2) declared it would amend a law to effectively ban the entry of Israeli nationals into the South Asian nation. The country's Minister of Homeland Security and Technology Ali Ihusan said that President Dr Mohamed Muizzu took the decision in a cabinet meeting to ban Israel's passport in the country.

The Maldives on Sunday (June 2) declared it would amend a law to effectively ban the entry of Israeli nationals into the South Asian nation. The country's Minister of Homeland Security and Technology Ali Ihusan said that President Dr Mohamed Muizzu took the decision in a cabinet meeting to ban Israel's passport in the country. This comes as Muizzu has appointed a special envoy to identify Palestine's requests from the Maldives regarding the ongoing war in Gaza. The archipelago nation also said it was setting up a fundraising campaign to help Palestinian citizens with the help of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees. Also read: Maldives Foreign Minister Zameer mindful of concerns over China vessel visit; seeks debt relief from India "President Dr Mohamed Muizzu, following a recommendation from the Cabinet, has resolved to impose a ban on Israeli passports. The Minister of Homeland Security and Technology, Ali Ihsaan, announced the decision at a news conference held at the President's Office this afternoon," a statement by the Maldives President's office read. As per sources, the government process to make necessary amendments to the law has started. Meanwhile, the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs asked the Israeli citizens who are currently in the Maldives to try leaving the country after the annoucement. "If Israelis who are currently in the Maldives encounter trouble, it will be difficult for us to assist them," stated the ministry. Also read: India has played a catalyst role in Maldives' achievement, says Maldives FM Moosa Zameer Earlier, Male had condemned Israeli ground offensive and airstrikes in the southern Gazan city of Rafah. "Such deliberate aggression and genocidal acts targeted against civilians are in gross violation of international humanitarian law," the Maldives Foreign Ministry said in a statement. It is to be noted that nearly 11,000 Israelis had visited Maldives last year, 0.6 per cent of the total foreign arrivals. In October last year, Israel had warned its nationals to avoid travelling to the Maldives after it launched the war in Gaza. Maldives officially backs the idea of the establishment of an independent and sovereign state based on the pre‑1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital. (With inputs from agencies)

Maldives to ban entry of Israeli nationals, President Muizzu gives approval to plan

Israel's Defence Minister Yoav Gallant announced on Sunday (June 2) that Israel would not tolerate Hamas continuing its governance of Gaza at any point during the war's resolution process. In other news, after Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal surrendered himself at Tihar jail, the Rouse Avenue Court sent him to judicial custody till June 5.

Also,&nbsp;Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday (June 2) chided China for 'supporting' Russia, which he says will expand the ongoing war.

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Israel's Defence Minister Yoav Gallant announced on Sunday (June 2) that Israel would not tolerate Hamas continuing its governance of Gaza at any point during the war's resolution process. In his statement, Gallant said that the defence establishment was actively exploring alternatives to the rule of the Islamist group Hamas in Gaza.&nbsp;

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After Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal surrendered himself at Tihar jail, the Rouse Avenue Court sent him to judicial custody till June 5.&nbsp;The court was hearing ED's application seeking judicial custody of Kejriwal, who has been made an accused by ED in the liquor scam case.&nbsp; Kejriwal attended the hearing from inside Tihar jail via video conferencing. Earlier, the Delhi CM surrendered after interim bail granted by the Supreme Court ended on Sunday (June 2).

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The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) emerged victorious in Arunachal Pradesh for the third straight time in a row as the saffron party secured 46 seats in the 60-member assembly and won the majority, said the Election Commission officials.

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Mexicans voted Sunday in a presidential election dominated by two women, a historic first in a country with a history of gender-based violence and discrimination.

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The Maldives on Sunday (June 2) declared it would amend a law to effectively ban the entry of Israeli nationals into the South Asian nation.

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China on Sunday (June 2) issued a warning stating that its armed forces were ready to "forcefully" stop Taiwan's independence, further calling for greater exchanges with the United States.&nbsp;

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Former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir has hinted at replacing Rahul Dravid as the men's team head coach after the 2024 T20 World Cup. Speaking at a recent event, Gambhir said he would "love to coach" the Indian side and called it the biggest honour that anyone can possibly have.&nbsp;

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Bollywood actor Prateik Babbar made a heartfelt style statement at the Mumbai screening of his late mother Smita Patil’s iconic film,&nbsp;Manthan. Babbar donned a bespoke suit crafted from his mother's treasured Kanjeevaram sarees, creating a poignant blend of fashion and family legacy.

Israel's Defence Minister Yoav Gallant announced on Sunday (June 2) that Israel would not tolerate Hamas continuing its governance of Gaza at any point during the war's resolution process.

Israel's Defence Minister Yoav Gallant announced on Sunday (June 2) that Israel would not tolerate Hamas continuing its governance of Gaza at any point during the war's resolution process. In other news, after Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal surrendered himself at Tihar jail, the Rouse Avenue Court sent him to judicial custody till June 5. Also, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday (June 2) chided China for 'supporting' Russia, which he says will expand the ongoing war. Click on the headlines to read more. Israel exploring governing alternatives to Hamas in Gaza amid war resolution efforts Israel's Defence Minister Yoav Gallant announced on Sunday (June 2) that Israel would not tolerate Hamas continuing its governance of Gaza at any point during the war's resolution process. In his statement, Gallant said that the defence establishment was actively exploring alternatives to the rule of the Islamist group Hamas in Gaza. Delhi court sends CM Arvind Kejriwal to judicial custody till June 5 After Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal surrendered himself at Tihar jail, the Rouse Avenue Court sent him to judicial custody till June 5. The court was hearing ED's application seeking judicial custody of Kejriwal, who has been made an accused by ED in the liquor scam case. Kejriwal attended the hearing from inside Tihar jail via video conferencing. Earlier, the Delhi CM surrendered after interim bail granted by the Supreme Court ended on Sunday (June 2). 'Bad for world:' Zelensky chides China for 'supporting' Russia's war machinery Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday (June 2) chided China for 'supporting' Russia, which he says will expand the ongoing war. Zelensky was speaking at a meeting of defence chiefs from across the Asia-Pacific, including China and the US, in Singapore. The gathering came ahead of the June 15-16 Ukraine peace summit slated to be held in Switzerland. BJP storms back to power in Arunachal Pradesh, secures 46 out of 60 seats The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) emerged victorious in Arunachal Pradesh for the third straight time in a row as the saffron party secured 46 seats in the 60-member assembly and won the majority, said the Election Commission officials. Mexico Elections 2024: Women lead race as Mexicans vote for new president Mexicans voted Sunday in a presidential election dominated by two women, a historic first in a country with a history of gender-based violence and discrimination. Maldives to ban entry of Israeli nationals, President Muizzu gives approval The Maldives on Sunday (June 2) declared it would amend a law to effectively ban the entry of Israeli nationals into the South Asian nation. Chinese defence chief warns military ready to 'forcefully' stop Taiwan independence China on Sunday (June 2) issued a warning stating that its armed forces were ready to "forcefully" stop Taiwan's independence, further calling for greater exchanges with the United States. North Korea to stop sending balloons carrying trash into South Korea: State media North Korea said Sunday (June 2) it would stop sending balloons carrying trash into South Korea, reported the country's state media. The announcement came after the North sent hundreds of such balloons in recent days. ‘It’s not me...’: Gautam Gambhir on replacing Rahul Dravid as Indian team head coach Former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir has hinted at replacing Rahul Dravid as the men's team head coach after the 2024 T20 World Cup. Speaking at a recent event, Gambhir said he would "love to coach" the Indian side and called it the biggest honour that anyone can possibly have. Prateik upcycles mom Smita Patil's Kanjeevaram sarees for special screening of Manthan Bollywood actor Prateik Babbar made a heartfelt style statement at the Mumbai screening of his late mother Smita Patil’s iconic film, Manthan. Babbar donned a bespoke suit crafted from his mother's treasured Kanjeevaram sarees, creating a poignant blend of fashion and family legacy.

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Three Israeli companies are profiting from the conflict in Gaza. These companies have experienced a significant surge in profits, coinciding with the outbreak of the war in Gaza on October 7th, 2023, and with the U.S. arming Israel with billions of dollars in weaponry.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping called for a peace conference on the war between Israel and Palestinian militant group Hamas while addressing Arab leaders and diplomats at a forum in Beijing on Thursday (May 30). Watch to know more.

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Yemen's Houthis launched a missile attack in the direction of the U.S. aircraft carrier Eisenhower in the Red Sea in response to U.S. and British strikes on Yemen, the Iranian-backed group's military spokesperson Yahya Saree said on Friday.

A U.S. defense official told Reuters they were not aware of any attack on the Eisenhower. 
Six U.S. and British strikes have killed 16 people and wounded 41, including civilians, Saree said in a televised statement.

Strikes on the province of Hodeidah targeted the port of Salif, a radio building in Al-Hawk district, Ghalifa camp and two houses, Saree said.

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The U.S. and British militaries said they launched strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen on Thursday to deter the militant group from further disrupting shipping in the Red Sea.

The U.S. Central Command said U.S. and British forces had hit 13 targets in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.

The British defence ministry said the joint operation targeted three locations in the Red Sea port city of Hodeidah, which it said housed drones and surface-to-air weapons.

"As ever, the utmost care was taken in planning the strikes to minimise any risk to civilians or non-military infrastructure," the British defence ministry said.

"Conducting the strikes in the hours of darkness should also have mitigated yet further any such risks." 
Houthi spokesperson Mohamed Abdelsalam said the strikes were a "brutal aggression" against Yemen as punishment for its support of Gaza.

Iran condemned the strikes as "violations of Yemen's sovereignty and territorial integrity..., international laws and human rights", Iranian state media reported.

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"The aggressor U.S. and British governments are responsible for the consequences of these crimes against the Yemeni people," Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanaani said.

The Houthis, who control Yemen's capital and most populous areas, have attacked international shipping in the Red Sea region since November in solidarity with the Palestinians in the war between Israel and Hamas, drawing retaliatory U.S. and British strikes since February.

Yemen's Houthis launched a missile attack in the direction of the U.S. aircraft carrier Eisenhower in the Red Sea in response to U.S. and British strikes on Yemen, the Iranian-backed group's military spokesperson Yahya Saree said on Friday.

Yemen's Houthis launched a missile attack in the direction of the U.S. aircraft carrier Eisenhower in the Red Sea in response to U.S. and British strikes on Yemen, the Iranian-backed group's military spokesperson Yahya Saree said on Friday. A U.S. defense official told Reuters they were not aware of any attack on the Eisenhower. Six U.S. and British strikes have killed 16 people and wounded 41, including civilians, Saree said in a televised statement. Strikes on the province of Hodeidah targeted the port of Salif, a radio building in Al-Hawk district, Ghalifa camp and two houses, Saree said. Watch: Yemen's Houthi rebels claim shooting down of American drone × The U.S. and British militaries said they launched strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen on Thursday to deter the militant group from further disrupting shipping in the Red Sea. The U.S. Central Command said U.S. and British forces had hit 13 targets in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen. The British defence ministry said the joint operation targeted three locations in the Red Sea port city of Hodeidah, which it said housed drones and surface-to-air weapons. "As ever, the utmost care was taken in planning the strikes to minimise any risk to civilians or non-military infrastructure," the British defence ministry said. "Conducting the strikes in the hours of darkness should also have mitigated yet further any such risks." Houthi spokesperson Mohamed Abdelsalam said the strikes were a "brutal aggression" against Yemen as punishment for its support of Gaza. Iran condemned the strikes as "violations of Yemen's sovereignty and territorial integrity..., international laws and human rights", Iranian state media reported. Also read: Houthis claim missile attack on Israel, IDF confirms “suspicious aerial target” hit port town Eilat "The aggressor U.S. and British governments are responsible for the consequences of these crimes against the Yemeni people," Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanaani said. The Houthis, who control Yemen's capital and most populous areas, have attacked international shipping in the Red Sea region since November in solidarity with the Palestinians in the war between Israel and Hamas, drawing retaliatory U.S. and British strikes since February.

Houthis claim to launch missile attack on US aircraft carrier in Red Sea

Israel continues to carry out its military onslaught in Gaza, meanwhile trouble is brewing for Netanyahu on the political front. Israeli War cabinet minister Benny Gantz's party submitted a bill in the Knesset to dissolve Israel's Parliament. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: National Unity Party submits bill to dissolve Parliament

Hamas said that it will be ready for a complete agreement with Israel if the country decides to stop the war in Gaza and pull back on Rafah offensive. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas War: Hamas says ready for 'complete' truce deal if Israel stops its war

Fire rages in Rafah, after Israeli strike on displaced Palestinians, who lived in a humanitarian safe zone in the city. As civilian death toll and horrors continue to grow, our report explains what happened in Rafah.

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Israel-Hamas War: Hamas rejects talk of new negotiations until war stops

Chinese President Xi Jinping called for an international peace conference for resolving the Israel-Hamas war. He promised more humanitarian aid for people in Gaza as he opened a summit with leaders of Arab states Thursday in Beijing.

China's Xi Jinping calls for peace conference to end war between Israel-Hamas

An ex-official of the US State Department claimed that the government wing falsified a report that absolved Israel of responsibility for blocking humanitarian aid flows into Gaza. Watch in for more details!

US State Department falsified report to defend Israel, claims ex-official

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