India has launched Operation Ajay to bring back Indian nationals from Israel. Under the operation, India will be running special flights to Israel. Priyanka Sharma brings you a report.

India launches operation to bring Indian nationals back from Israel

They say there are no winners in a war, but there are for sure those who benefit from them. As thousands are getting butchered in the war, companies are bagging money. U.S. defence stocks are skyrocketing.

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Israel is far superior to Hamas. However, the militant group has been using an ingenious weapon to surprise the Israelis. They have dug a labyrinth of tunnels deep inside Gaza. These tunnels are used to smuggle & store weapons.

Humanitarian corridor aims for supply essentials into Gaza

As the conflict between Israel and the Hamas militant group rages on. Countries have been working towards bringing home the people from the war-torn Zone. In the latest India has announced a launch of Operation Ajay to repatriate citizens from Israel starting today. Israel is home to about 18,000 Indian citizens.

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It is the fifth day of the region being under a Complete Siege of Gaza, and there is zero inflow of food water fuel and electricity. The strip has plunged into darkness for the third night let's take a look at the Gaza region a little more closely.

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The war is raging between Israel and Hamas and attacks from both sides are intensifying. It's now a week since Israel declared war on Hamas after an unprecedented ground air and sea assault by the militants over the weekend. The death toll continues to mount on both sides over 1,300 Israelis and over 1,500 Palestinians have lost their lives so far.

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The Israel-Hamas War has entered its seventh day. Israel has vowed to annihilate Hamas in retribution for the deadliest attack on Jews since the Holocaust. Tel Aviv has dropped at least 6,000 bombs in the last 6 days. Hamas gunmen have killed over 12,200 people and wounded 2,700 more in Israeli cities. To know more watch this interview with former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defence for East Asia, Col Heino Klink(R).

Israel-Hamas war: Biggest & deadliest incursion since the Yom Kippur war

Israel-Hamas war: Blinken meets Netanyahu, vows support to defend Israel

The price of Ishares MSCI Israel exchange-traded fund has hit a three-year low as fears of a wider conflict loom large. The 116.92 million exchange-traded dollar fund, which is tied to the performance of Israeli stocks, has seen net outflows of 4.94 million dollars this week.

Major Israel fund sees huge outflows

Tales of Wars continue for the people of Gaza as the intensified Israeli bombings in Gaza have led to a scarcity of facilities on the medical front. The Palestinian Health Ministry mentioned that they are running out of beds to accommodate the wounded. Our report tells you more.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel imposes total blockade on Gaza after deadly Hamas attack

Israel has wanted to annihilate Hamas and retribution for the deadliest attack on Jews since the Holocaust. Tel Aviv has forces, tanks other heavy armor around Gaza in its retaliatory operation and we have Jodie Cohen reports from Ra'anana in Israel.

Israel-Hamas war: Gaza hospitals risk turning into morgues, says Red Cross

Israel is far superior to Hamas. However, the militant group has been using an ingenious weapon to surprise the Israelis. They have dug a labyrinth of tunnels deep inside Gaza. These tunnels are used to smuggle & store weapons. Wion's Ghadi Francis visited these tunnels in 2013. Since then, these tunnels have expanded deeper and wider. Take a look at this report to get a sense of the City of Tunnels.

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With the world already facing an economic slowdown, the war may push the world into a recession. In the worst-case scenario of a direct conflict between Israel and Iran, a Bloomberg analysis estimates that oil prices could soar to 150 dollars a barrel. Global growth could drop by one percentage point to 1.7%. A wider war could rekindle global inflation, leaving it at 6.7% next year.

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<p>The iShares MSCI Israel exchange-traded fund (ETF), the largest ETF with exposure to Israeli stocks, is experiencing substantial outflows as tensions between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas escalate, raising concerns about a broader conflict. The $116.92 million fund is on track for its worst weekly performance in a month, with net outflows of $4.94 million, according to Lipper data.</p>

<p>Aniket Ullal, head of ETF data and analytics at CFRA, an investment research firm, told Reuters that the fund has more domestic exposure due to its holdings in Mizrahi and other financial services companies. Financials constitute over a third of the fund's holdings as of September 30, with tech shares representing the second-largest sector.</p>

<p>The iShares fund dipped 1.1 per cent to $49.4 on Thursday, reaching its lowest point since May 2020. It has recorded a nearly 9 per cent decline this week, as Israeli and global markets experienced a sell-off in response to Hamas sending fighters into Israel over the weekend, resulting in casualties on both sides.</p>

<p>Israel's retaliatory air and artillery strikes have caused more than 1,400 Palestinian casualties and the destruction of entire neighbourhoods in the Gaza Strip.</p>

<p>On the other hand, the net flows for the other two ETFs exposed to Israeli stocks, the ARK Israel Innovative Technology ETF and the BlueStar Israel Technology, have remained negligible so far this week.</p>

<p>According to Reuters, Steven Schoenfeld, CEO of MarketVector Indexes, the creator of the ITEQ ETF, expressed confidence in Israeli technology companies with global exposure, suggesting they are likely to outperform domestically oriented Israeli firms during this period of war and regional tensions.</p>

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The iShares MSCI Israel exchange-traded fund (ETF), the largest ETF with exposure to Israeli stocks, is experiencing substantial outflows as tensions between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas escalate, raising concerns about a broader conflict.

The iShares MSCI Israel exchange-traded fund (ETF), the largest ETF with exposure to Israeli stocks, is experiencing substantial outflows as tensions between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas escalate, raising concerns about a broader conflict. The $116.92 million fund is on track for its worst weekly performance in a month, with net outflows of $4.94 million, according to Lipper data. Aniket Ullal, head of ETF data and analytics at CFRA, an investment research firm, told Reuters that the fund has more domestic exposure due to its holdings in Mizrahi and other financial services companies. Financials constitute over a third of the fund's holdings as of September 30, with tech shares representing the second-largest sector. The iShares fund dipped 1.1 per cent to $49.4 on Thursday, reaching its lowest point since May 2020. It has recorded a nearly 9 per cent decline this week, as Israeli and global markets experienced a sell-off in response to Hamas sending fighters into Israel over the weekend, resulting in casualties on both sides. Israel's retaliatory air and artillery strikes have caused more than 1,400 Palestinian casualties and the destruction of entire neighbourhoods in the Gaza Strip. On the other hand, the net flows for the other two ETFs exposed to Israeli stocks, the ARK Israel Innovative Technology ETF and the BlueStar Israel Technology, have remained negligible so far this week. According to Reuters, Steven Schoenfeld, CEO of MarketVector Indexes, the creator of the ITEQ ETF, expressed confidence in Israeli technology companies with global exposure, suggesting they are likely to outperform domestically oriented Israeli firms during this period of war and regional tensions. (With inputs from Reuters) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Israel-Hamas War: Largest Israel ETF sees significant outflows

Last Saturday, Hamas caught Israel off guard. It launched attacks from the ground, water and air, but that was the only day it had the upper hand. In the last week, Gaza has been reduced to rubble. Israel has vowed to wipe Hamas off the face of the earth. Things have gone out of Hamas' hands. Is it failing to finish what it started? Is this the end of Hamas?

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The Netanyahu govt has asked 1.1 million Palestinians to evacuate northern Gaza in the next 24 hours, even as casualties on both sides have crossed the 2800 mark. Palestinians fear it could be a precursor to a planned Israeli ground offensive.

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Israel's President Isaac Herzog sparred with foreign journalists over retaliatory Gaza strikes. He had several angry exchanges with the journalists during the press briefing.

Israel President Isaac Herzog spars with foreign journalists, displays anger in press briefing

The death from the Israel-Palestine war has crossed the 3,000 mark. Israel has started shelling a border region in Southern Lebanon. The Russian President has called Israel's blockade on Gaza 'unacceptable'. Priyanka Sharma brings you a report.

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<p>Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, during a TV interview, lost his calm and snapped at the host who asked him questions about the dire conditions of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip after a complete blockade. The conversation started with the anchor asking the former PM about his plans for dealing with the Islamist militant group Hamas. Responding to that, Bennett said that the special forces deployed in the southern towns are seeing through tackling Hamas attacks.</p>

<p>He also said that there are going all out and stepping up with offensive measures against "Nazi" Hamas. The former PM asserted that Israel will eradicate the "Nazi" Hamas.</p>

<h2><strong>A heated clash on TV</strong></h2>

<p>The interview soon turned into a heated clash when Bennett was questioned about the dire consequences of the power cut-off on healthcare facilities in Gaza, especially on life support systems and incubators for newborns. The question sparked a heated argument.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bennett unapologetically defended his nation's decision to cut off essential supplies to the Gaza Strip in response to Hamas' devastating attack on Israeli cities.</p>

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<p>Infuriated by the inquiry into the well-being of Palestinian civilians, Bennett exploded with, "Are you serious? You keep on asking me about Palestinian civilians. What's wrong with you? Have you not seen what happened? We are fighting Nazis. We didn't target them."</p>

<p>Bennett said that Israel was engaged in a battle against "Nazis" and affirmed his refusal to provide electricity and water to the enemy. He said that Israel is not targeting innocent Palestinians and explained that whenever there is a Hamas infrastructure Israel asks civilians to evacuate that place before striking.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Bennett's fervent response left TV presenter Kamali Melbourne battling to maintain control of the interview.</p>

<p>Melbourne sternly reminded Bennett, "This is my show, and I am asking the questions. You are raising your voice." Bennett repeatedly said "Shame on you."</p>

<p>The former PM accused the TV presenter of promoting a "false narrative."</p>

<p>Bennett made his position clear, stating, "The world can come and bring them anything they want. I am not going to feed electricity or water to my enemies. We are not responsible for this."</p>

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<p>The Israeli government, under Benjamin Netanyahu, imposed a severe siege on the Gaza Strip, depriving it of power, water, and food supplies.</p>

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Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, during a TV interview, lost his calm and snapped at the host who asked him questions about the dire conditions of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip after a complete blockade.

Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, during a TV interview, lost his calm and snapped at the host who asked him questions about the dire conditions of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip after a complete blockade. The conversation started with the anchor asking the former PM about his plans for dealing with the Islamist militant group Hamas. Responding to that, Bennett said that the special forces deployed in the southern towns are seeing through tackling Hamas attacks. He also said that there are going all out and stepping up with offensive measures against "Nazi" Hamas. The former PM asserted that Israel will eradicate the "Nazi" Hamas. A heated clash on TV The interview soon turned into a heated clash when Bennett was questioned about the dire consequences of the power cut-off on healthcare facilities in Gaza, especially on life support systems and incubators for newborns. The question sparked a heated argument. Bennett unapologetically defended his nation's decision to cut off essential supplies to the Gaza Strip in response to Hamas' devastating attack on Israeli cities. Also Read | 'Evacuate your homes': Israel army drops flyers, telling Gazans to flee south Infuriated by the inquiry into the well-being of Palestinian civilians, Bennett exploded with, "Are you serious? You keep on asking me about Palestinian civilians. What's wrong with you? Have you not seen what happened? We are fighting Nazis. We didn't target them." Bennett said that Israel was engaged in a battle against "Nazis" and affirmed his refusal to provide electricity and water to the enemy. He said that Israel is not targeting innocent Palestinians and explained that whenever there is a Hamas infrastructure Israel asks civilians to evacuate that place before striking. Also Read | Explained: The tragedy of Palestinians and their search for a homeland Bennett's fervent response left TV presenter Kamali Melbourne battling to maintain control of the interview. Melbourne sternly reminded Bennett, "This is my show, and I am asking the questions. You are raising your voice." Bennett repeatedly said "Shame on you." The former PM accused the TV presenter of promoting a "false narrative." Bennett made his position clear, stating, "The world can come and bring them anything they want. I am not going to feed electricity or water to my enemies. We are not responsible for this." Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, in an interview with Sky News, stated that the country's military is currently concentrating on "eliminating Hamas." However, the interview became tense when discussing potential civilian casualties in Gaza. I find this quite… pic.twitter.com/FnWaeJk6rF — Pete (@splendid_pete) October 13, 2023 × Watch | Israel-Hamas war: Lebanon strikes Israeli settlements | The West Asia Post × The Israeli government, under Benjamin Netanyahu, imposed a severe siege on the Gaza Strip, depriving it of power, water, and food supplies. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>Stories of disheveled families affected by a Hamas attack during a music festival in Israel continue to emerge. One such story is of an American dad Eyal Waldma, the father of a 24-year-old American, Danielle Waldman, who was killed in the Hamas assault.</p>

<p>With no way to reach out to his daughter who met her untimely demise during the attack by the Islamist militant group, the father had no way but to track her phone and Apple watch. But before the news of her tragic death befell&nbsp;Eyal, he was clinging to the hope that his daughter had been taken hostage and not been killed.</p>

<p>Danielle, a native of Palo Alto, California, had been attending the festival with her boyfriend of six years. But, their lives were tragically cut short during the vicious Hamas assault, Eyal recounted to CNN.</p>

<p>Eyal got to know about the killing of his daughter just hours before speaking to the media outlet. His beloved daughter was one of the victims of the attack.</p>

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<p>"Each and everyone that met her have loved her,” Eyal said. “She’s done nothing wrong and nothing bad to anyone.”</p>

<h2><strong>A harrowing revelation</strong></h2>

<p>Employing the tracking features of Danielle's phone and Apple watch, her family managed to locate the site where their youngest daughter met her unfortunate end.</p>

<p>Eyal described the nightmarish scenario in which his daughter's car appeared to be encircled and attacked by members of Hamas.</p>

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<p>"I can see&nbsp;exactly how she was murdered from two directions by at least three to five people had attacked the car," he reportedly revealed and added, "From the shells that we have found, there were at least three guns that were shooting at the car."</p>

<h2><strong>Love story's tragic end&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Eyal recounted his last conversation with Danielle, during which she had joyfully mentioned her plans to marry her boyfriend in the near future.</p>

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<p>The couple had recently moved into a new apartment, complete with a dog, just a month before the tragedy struck.</p>

<p>“They had only been there for a few weeks, now we will need to see what to do with all their belongings,” Eyal said. In the face of such adversity, he said,&nbsp;“Israel will stay strong and be strong for the long term".</p>

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Stories of disheveled families affected by a Hamas attack during a music festival in Israel continue to emerge. One such story is of an American dad Eyal Waldma, the father of a 24-year-old American, Danielle Waldman, who was killed in the Hamas assault.

Stories of disheveled families affected by a Hamas attack during a music festival in Israel continue to emerge. One such story is of an American dad Eyal Waldma, the father of a 24-year-old American, Danielle Waldman, who was killed in the Hamas assault. With no way to reach out to his daughter who met her untimely demise during the attack by the Islamist militant group, the father had no way but to track her phone and Apple watch. But before the news of her tragic death befell Eyal, he was clinging to the hope that his daughter had been taken hostage and not been killed. Danielle, a native of Palo Alto, California, had been attending the festival with her boyfriend of six years. But, their lives were tragically cut short during the vicious Hamas assault, Eyal recounted to CNN. Eyal got to know about the killing of his daughter just hours before speaking to the media outlet. His beloved daughter was one of the victims of the attack. Also Read | Hamas claims Israeli strikes kill 13 hostages, including foreigners, in Gaza "Each and everyone that met her have loved her,” Eyal said. “She’s done nothing wrong and nothing bad to anyone.” A harrowing revelation Employing the tracking features of Danielle's phone and Apple watch, her family managed to locate the site where their youngest daughter met her unfortunate end. Eyal described the nightmarish scenario in which his daughter's car appeared to be encircled and attacked by members of Hamas. Also Read | Amid raging Israel-Hamas war, India’s capital Delhi placed on security alert "I can see exactly how she was murdered from two directions by at least three to five people had attacked the car," he reportedly revealed and added, "From the shells that we have found, there were at least three guns that were shooting at the car." Love story's tragic end Eyal recounted his last conversation with Danielle, during which she had joyfully mentioned her plans to marry her boyfriend in the near future. Watch | Israel-Palestine war: Shocking, gruesome images of babies killed during Hamas attack released × The couple had recently moved into a new apartment, complete with a dog, just a month before the tragedy struck. “They had only been there for a few weeks, now we will need to see what to do with all their belongings,” Eyal said. In the face of such adversity, he said, “Israel will stay strong and be strong for the long term". (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. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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The war is raging between Israel and Hamas and attacks from both sides are intensifying. It's now a week since Israel declared war on Hamas after an unprecedented ground air and sea assault by the militants over the weekend. The death toll continues to mount on both sides over 1,300 Israelis and over 1,500 Palestinians have lost their lives so far. To know more watch this interview with Professor Shahram Akbarzadeh, who is a convenor at Middle East Studies Forum.

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<p>Indian foreign ministry, in an update on nationals stranded in Israel, said that there are no casualties that have come to be known in the wake of the brutal Hamas attack on the West Asian nation. Indian Ministry of External Affairs also said that it is in touch with and aware of an injured Indian national who is in hospital and improving. "We haven’t heard of any casualty so far," MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said during the weekly presser.</p>

<p>"Around 18,000 Indians are in Israel. There is conflict going on and it is a matter of concern. Indians advised to follow advisories issued by our mission," he added.</p>

<p>He also noted that three to four Indians are in Gaza and the ministry is in touch with them.</p>

<p>External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday (Oct 11) announced the launching of 'Operation Ajay' to repatriate the nationals stuck in Israel and want to get back to their homeland.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Bagchi said, "As announced by EAM yesterday, Operation Ajay has been launched to facilitate the return from Israel of our citizens who wish to come back. The first charter flight will be reaching Tel Aviv later tonight to pick up the Indian citizens and is likely to return to India tomorrow morning..."</p>

<p>Giving updates about the ambitious mission, the MEA spokesperson said, "A charter flight will reach Tel Aviv today later in the evening. It is expected to get 230 passengers onboard. We have all options, but the role of IAF (in evacuation) can't be ruled out."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Will India designate Hamas as a terrorist organisation?</p>

<p>Responding to a question on this, the MEA official said, "This is a legal matter, it will have to be seen legally. But in our position, We have been very clear that this is a 'terrorist attack'".</p>

<h2><strong>India-Canada rift&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Bagchi also detailed the current status of the ongoing rift between India and Canada after Canadian PM Justin Trudeau levelled grave allegations against India in light of the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He said India "remain engaged with the Canadian authorities... to ensure the parity".&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Reacting to Trudeau's recent comments about India, Bagchi made clear that the "core issue is the space Canada gives to the terrorist" and everything India is doing is "in compliance the with Vienna convention".&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Jaishankar reportedly holding "secret talks" with Canadian FM Melanie Joly, Bagchi said that he does not have any particular information to share but India is holding meetings with Canadian people on different levels.</p>

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<p>As per an official press release, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the 9th G20 Parliamentary Speakers' Summit (P20) on October 13. Whether or not Canada will participate, Bagchi said, "We invite all leaders to participate and the same was done for Parliament 20... Participation is their decision."&nbsp;</p>

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Indian foreign ministry, in an update on nationals stranded in Israel, said that there are no casualties that have come to be known in the wake of the brutal Hamas attack on the West Asian nation.

Indian foreign ministry, in an update on nationals stranded in Israel, said that there are no casualties that have come to be known in the wake of the brutal Hamas attack on the West Asian nation. Indian Ministry of External Affairs also said that it is in touch with and aware of an injured Indian national who is in hospital and improving. "We haven’t heard of any casualty so far," MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said during the weekly presser. "Around 18,000 Indians are in Israel. There is conflict going on and it is a matter of concern. Indians advised to follow advisories issued by our mission," he added. He also noted that three to four Indians are in Gaza and the ministry is in touch with them. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday (Oct 11) announced the launching of 'Operation Ajay' to repatriate the nationals stuck in Israel and want to get back to their homeland. Also Read | Hamas terrorists beheaded soldiers and raped women: Benjamin Netan Bagchi said, "As announced by EAM yesterday, Operation Ajay has been launched to facilitate the return from Israel of our citizens who wish to come back. The first charter flight will be reaching Tel Aviv later tonight to pick up the Indian citizens and is likely to return to India tomorrow morning..." Giving updates about the ambitious mission, the MEA spokesperson said, "A charter flight will reach Tel Aviv today later in the evening. It is expected to get 230 passengers onboard. We have all options, but the role of IAF (in evacuation) can't be ruled out." Will India designate Hamas as a terrorist organisation? Responding to a question on this, the MEA official said, "This is a legal matter, it will have to be seen legally. But in our position, We have been very clear that this is a 'terrorist attack'". India-Canada rift Bagchi also detailed the current status of the ongoing rift between India and Canada after Canadian PM Justin Trudeau levelled grave allegations against India in light of the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. He said India "remain engaged with the Canadian authorities... to ensure the parity". Also Read | Canada permits entry to man who 'housed and fed' Khalistani militants in India Reacting to Trudeau's recent comments about India, Bagchi made clear that the "core issue is the space Canada gives to the terrorist" and everything India is doing is "in compliance the with Vienna convention". On Jaishankar reportedly holding "secret talks" with Canadian FM Melanie Joly, Bagchi said that he does not have any particular information to share but India is holding meetings with Canadian people on different levels. Watch | Israel-Palestine War: Former Israeli PM Yair Lapid given the option to join the war cabinet × As per an official press release, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the 9th G20 Parliamentary Speakers' Summit (P20) on October 13. Whether or not Canada will participate, Bagchi said, "We invite all leaders to participate and the same was done for Parliament 20... Participation is their decision." (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

'No known casualties so far...': Indian foreign ministry gives update on stranded nationals in Israel

Ever since the Hamas-Israel war started the issue of hostages taken by the militants has been at the heart of this conflict. The fact that hostages include foreign Nationals from Canada, the US, France, Thailand and Nepal has only compounded the whole problem. There are reports of Hamas releasing three hostages a video circulating on the internet appears to show Hamas soldiers releasing a female hostage along with two children near the Gaza-Israel border.

Israel-Palestine war: Israel rejects the video showing the release of three hostages

<p>According to a report published in Bloomberg, Israeli troops are massing for a suspected ground invasion of Gaza. The country's national security establishment and public have been demanding retribution for the attacks carried out by the Hamas militants over the weekend, which took the lives of more than 1,300 Israelis.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, it will be a complicated task for the Israeli Army to carry out a ground invasion considering the dense population of Gaza, its complex underground network of tunnels and the threat that the Israelis, Americans and others have been facing as hostages.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The problem is that it's basically house-to-house fighting once you get into Gaza. And so it could be a heavy price," said former US defence secretary and CIA director Leon Panetta on Tuesday (Oct 10) while speaking on Bloomberg Television's "Balance of Power."</p>

<p>"But on the other hand, I think it's very clear that Israel has made the decision that they have got to crush Hamas in Gaza," he added. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-will-always-back-israel-says-blinken-to-netanyahu-on-solidarity-visit-645919">US will always 'back' Israel, says Blinken to Netanyahu on solidarity visit</a></p>

<p>An invasion would lead to heavy casualties on the two sides and questions about whether Israel can plan an exit strategy for the conflict.</p>

<p>This can also lead to ripple effects throughout the Middle East and endanger the fragile rapprochement of Israel with its Arab neighbours, increasing the risks of conflict turning into a broader regional war.</p>

<p>According to an official, an invasion may look like the 2004 battle for Fallujah in Iraq which also involved bloody street-to-street fighting.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Israel's severe response to Gaza&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>No announcement has been made by Israel about sending troops into Gaza, however, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed that "what we will do to our enemies in the coming days will reverberate with them for generations."</p>

<p>As per the report, &nbsp;the developments taking place on the ground clearly suggest that something big is being planned by Israel.</p>

<p>Tel Aviv has been bombarding Gaza from the land, air and sea. A base is being built by the military next to the Gaza Strip to accommodate tens of thousands of soldiers as columns of Israeli tanks continue moving towards the region.</p>

<p>Already 300,000 reservists have been mobilised by the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WATCH | Israel-Palestine war: Gazans reel under indiscriminate air strikes, dwindling supplies</strong></p>

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<p>"Israel is going to respond very severely and aggressively and there will be more loss of life," said Richard Hecht, a spokesman for the Israeli military, while speaking to journalists on Tuesday (Oct 10).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The experts feel that there is a high possibility of a ground invasion by Israel because of the limitations of aerial warfare in Gaza.</p>

<p>It is being said that the airstrikes will not be able to clear out the underground weapons stockpiles, tunnels, and smuggling routes that made the Hamas attack possible on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

<p><strong><em>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.</em></strong></p>

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According to a report published in Bloomberg, Israeli troops are massing for a suspected ground invasion of Gaza. The country's national security establishment and public have been demanding retribution for the attacks carried out by the Hamas militants over the weekend, which took the lives of more than 1,300 Israelis.

According to a report published in Bloomberg, Israeli troops are massing for a suspected ground invasion of Gaza. The country's national security establishment and public have been demanding retribution for the attacks carried out by the Hamas militants over the weekend, which took the lives of more than 1,300 Israelis. However, it will be a complicated task for the Israeli Army to carry out a ground invasion considering the dense population of Gaza, its complex underground network of tunnels and the threat that the Israelis, Americans and others have been facing as hostages. "The problem is that it's basically house-to-house fighting once you get into Gaza. And so it could be a heavy price," said former US defence secretary and CIA director Leon Panetta on Tuesday (Oct 10) while speaking on Bloomberg Television's "Balance of Power." "But on the other hand, I think it's very clear that Israel has made the decision that they have got to crush Hamas in Gaza," he added. ALSO READ | US will always 'back' Israel, says Blinken to Netanyahu on solidarity visit An invasion would lead to heavy casualties on the two sides and questions about whether Israel can plan an exit strategy for the conflict. This can also lead to ripple effects throughout the Middle East and endanger the fragile rapprochement of Israel with its Arab neighbours, increasing the risks of conflict turning into a broader regional war. According to an official, an invasion may look like the 2004 battle for Fallujah in Iraq which also involved bloody street-to-street fighting. Israel's severe response to Gaza No announcement has been made by Israel about sending troops into Gaza, however, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed that "what we will do to our enemies in the coming days will reverberate with them for generations." As per the report, the developments taking place on the ground clearly suggest that something big is being planned by Israel. Tel Aviv has been bombarding Gaza from the land, air and sea. A base is being built by the military next to the Gaza Strip to accommodate tens of thousands of soldiers as columns of Israeli tanks continue moving towards the region. Already 300,000 reservists have been mobilised by the country. WATCH | Israel-Palestine war: Gazans reel under indiscriminate air strikes, dwindling supplies "Israel is going to respond very severely and aggressively and there will be more loss of life," said Richard Hecht, a spokesman for the Israeli military, while speaking to journalists on Tuesday (Oct 10). The experts feel that there is a high possibility of a ground invasion by Israel because of the limitations of aerial warfare in Gaza. It is being said that the airstrikes will not be able to clear out the underground weapons stockpiles, tunnels, and smuggling routes that made the Hamas attack possible on Saturday. (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. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Ground invasion of Gaza? Israel planning 'something big', says report

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