#Gravitas | War and peace are competing, it seems, to dominate the headlines. On one side, you have a conflict that is showing no signs of easing. On the other side, is a world scrambling hard to find some sort of peace. While Yemeni Houthis keep the Red Sea tensions alive, the International Criminal Court has opened an investigation into Hamas and Israel's role in the Gaza War.

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The October 7th attack by Hamas snowballed into Israeli forces flattening Gaza and killing thousands of innocent civilians. The Israeli government has failed to bring back over hundreds who were taken hostage by Hamas. It is no surprise in this scenario that Israelis want Benjamin Netanyahu to resign. Watch in for more details!

Israel war: Poll reveals over half of Israelis want Netanyahu to step down

In a key initiative, India's ruling party, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has extended invitations to representatives from eighteen political parties spanning ten countries for them to witness firsthand the BJP's election campaign. This is part of the 'KNOW BJP' global outreach programme.

"The representatives will be meeting BJP National President Shri JP&nbsp;Nadda on 1st May 2024 at the BJP HQ. They will also be interacting with Dr S Jaishankar (Minister of External Affairs) and Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw (Union Minister of Railways)," stated a BJP release, highlighting the key agenda of the visit.

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The delegation includes a diverse range of parties, from the United Russia Party founded by Russian President Vladimir Putin to Likud, led by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

From Sri Lanka, representatives from Mahinda Rajapaksa's Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna and Ranil Wickremesinghe's United National Party will be in attendance, reflecting a cross-section of the island nation's political landscape.

Furthermore, prominent parties from Nepal, such as the Nepali Congress, Janamat Party, PM Prachanda's Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) and KP Sharma Oli's Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist-Leninist), will participate in the delegation. Madhesi Party&nbsp;and Rashtriya Swatantra Party have also been invited.

"The visit is part of the global outreach program ‘KNOW BJP’ launched by Shri Nadda on the 43rd Foundation Day of the Party," added the release, emphasising the significance of this initiative in promoting understanding in Indian electoral politics.

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Delegates from Mauritius, including representatives from the Militant Socialist Movement, as well as key parties from Africa such as Uganda's National Resistance Movement and Tanzania's Chama Cha Mapinduzi, will also be part of the meetings. The Militant Socialist Movement is the party of PM Pravind Jugnauth. Other parties from Mauritius are the Mauritius Labour Party, Mauritian Militant Movement, and Parti Mauricien Social Democrate.

During their visit, the delegates will receive comprehensive briefings on the BJP's election campaign strategies and gain insights into India's electoral processes. Indian general elections are underway and&nbsp;the results will be declared&nbsp;in June. The elections are the largest ever exercise of franchise in a single time anywhere in the world.

It is learnt&nbsp;that no parties from the US&nbsp;or European Union are present since they are busy in their upcoming elections.

In a key initiative, India's ruling party, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has extended invitations to representatives from eighteen political parties spanning ten countries for them to witness firsthand the BJP's election campaign.

In a key initiative, India's ruling party, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has extended invitations to representatives from eighteen political parties spanning ten countries for them to witness firsthand the BJP's election campaign. This is part of the 'KNOW BJP' global outreach programme. "The representatives will be meeting BJP National President Shri JP Nadda on 1st May 2024 at the BJP HQ. They will also be interacting with Dr S Jaishankar (Minister of External Affairs) and Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw (Union Minister of Railways)," stated a BJP release, highlighting the key agenda of the visit. Also read: Lok Sabha Elections 2024 LIVE: PM Modi to hold campaign rally in Gujarat The delegation includes a diverse range of parties, from the United Russia Party founded by Russian President Vladimir Putin to Likud, led by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. From Sri Lanka, representatives from Mahinda Rajapaksa's Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna and Ranil Wickremesinghe's United National Party will be in attendance, reflecting a cross-section of the island nation's political landscape. Furthermore, prominent parties from Nepal, such as the Nepali Congress, Janamat Party, PM Prachanda's Communist Party of Nepal (Maoist) and KP Sharma Oli's Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist-Leninist), will participate in the delegation. Madhesi Party and Rashtriya Swatantra Party have also been invited. "The visit is part of the global outreach program ‘KNOW BJP’ launched by Shri Nadda on the 43rd Foundation Day of the Party," added the release, emphasising the significance of this initiative in promoting understanding in Indian electoral politics. Also read: India slams Washington Post report linking RAW officer to alleged Pannun murder plot Delegates from Mauritius, including representatives from the Militant Socialist Movement, as well as key parties from Africa such as Uganda's National Resistance Movement and Tanzania's Chama Cha Mapinduzi, will also be part of the meetings. The Militant Socialist Movement is the party of PM Pravind Jugnauth. Other parties from Mauritius are the Mauritius Labour Party, Mauritian Militant Movement, and Parti Mauricien Social Democrate. During their visit, the delegates will receive comprehensive briefings on the BJP's election campaign strategies and gain insights into India's electoral processes. Indian general elections are underway and the results will be declared in June. The elections are the largest ever exercise of franchise in a single time anywhere in the world. It is learnt that no parties from the US or European Union are present since they are busy in their upcoming elections.

BJP invites Putin-linked party, Netanyahu's party to witness the election campaign

The American Secretary of State Anthony Blinken is in the state of Israel with some plans to discuss a truce deal and also for the increased flow of humanitarian Aid into the Gaza Strip. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged Hamas to swiftly accept an Israeli proposal for a truce in the Gaza war and the release of Israeli hostages held.

Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu vows to invade Rafah amid truce talks, UN warns against Rafah assault

Israel-Hamas war: Blinken in Israel for talks with Netanyahu, Gallant amid push for Gaza truce deal

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged Hamas to swiftly accept an Israeli proposal for a truce in the Gaza war and the release of Israeli hostages held.

Israel war: Blinken in Israel to push for truce, says 'will press Netanyahu on Gaza aid'

Five Israeli and foreign officials said that Tel Aviv is concerned about reports that the International Criminal Court is preparing to issue arrest warrants against its top leadership. Two of the five Israeli officials stated they think Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu might be named in a warrant. Watch in for more details!

BREAKING: ICC mulls arrest warrant for Netanyahu & top Israeli leaders

US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken has arrived in Jordan to discuss ways to boost aid deliveries into Gaza. Cautious hopes are building for a truce deal in Gaza as Hamas is currently preparing to respond to a new framework proposed by Egyptian mediators. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: Mediators build pressure on Israel, Hamas for ceasefire

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's far-right allies are putting pressure on him to reject a renewed ceasefire in Gaza, threatening the stability of his administration should he retreat from an attack on Hamas in Rafah.

Israel-hamas war: Netanyahu faces hostage dilemma | Truce deal or Rafah assault?

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Monday urged Hamas to swiftly accept an Israeli proposal for a truce in the Gaza war and the release of Israeli hostages held by the Palestinian militant group.

Israel-hamas war: US & Britain hopeful that Hamas will accept Israeli truce proposal

A statement issued by the White House did not give more details of that part of the conversation. Washington has said that it could not support a Rafah operation without an appropriate and credible humanitarian plan.

Israel-hamas war: White House claims Biden reiterated position on Rafah in Netanyahu call

United States President Joe Biden on Sunday (Apr 28) spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over a phone call and "reviewed ongoing talks" to release the hostages held by Hamas since the unprecedented assault against Israel on Oct 7.

The White House released a statement saying that the two allies "reviewed ongoing talks to secure the release of hostages together with an immediate ceasefire in Gaza." &nbsp;

Biden and Netanyahu "also discussed increases in the delivery of humanitarian assistance into Gaza, including through preparations to open new northern crossings starting this week," the statement said.

"The President stressed the need for this progress to be sustained and enhanced in full coordination with humanitarian organizations," it said.

The statement further said that Biden also "reiterated his clear position" on any Israeli attack on the southern Gaza city of Rafah.

Egypt, Qatar and the United States have been making repeated efforts to broker a new Gaza ceasefire deal after 80 Israeli hostages were released in exchange for 240 Palestinians in the month of November following a ceasefire deal.

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<h2>Hamas official says will respond to Israeli Gaza truce proposal in Egypt on Monday</h2>

A senior Hamas official on Sunday (Apr 28) said that the Palestinian militant group would announce its response to the latest Gaza ceasefire counterproposal by Israel in Egypt on Monday (Apr 29).

"A Hamas delegation headed by Khalil al-Hayya will arrive in Egypt tomorrow... and deliver the movement's response" to the Israeli proposal during a meeting with Egyptian intelligence officials, said the official who declined to be named.

Earlier this week, Egypt had sent its own delegation to restart the stalled negotiations even as the offensive in Gaza intensifies.

<h2>Abbas says only US can stop Israel’s attack on Rafah</h2>

Meanwhile, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Sunday (Apr 28) said that the United States was the only country that could stop an Israeli invasion of the border city of Rafah in Gaza.

"We call on the United States of America to ask Israel not to carry on the Rafah attack. America is the only country able to prevent Israel from committing this crime," Abbas said at a special meeting of the World Economic Forum in the Saudi capital Riyadh.

He further stated that the Israeli offensive, which is expected to take place in the coming days, could prompt an evacuation in the region, pushing people out of the besieged Palestinian enclave, saying that this could be the "biggest catastrophe in the Palestinian people's history".

(With inputs from agencies)

United States President Joe Biden on Sunday (Apr 28) spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over a phone call and "reviewed ongoing talks" to release the hostages held by Hamas since the unprecedented assault against Israel on Oct 7.

United States President Joe Biden on Sunday (Apr 28) spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over a phone call and "reviewed ongoing talks" to release the hostages held by Hamas since the unprecedented assault against Israel on Oct 7. The White House released a statement saying that the two allies "reviewed ongoing talks to secure the release of hostages together with an immediate ceasefire in Gaza." Biden and Netanyahu "also discussed increases in the delivery of humanitarian assistance into Gaza, including through preparations to open new northern crossings starting this week," the statement said. "The President stressed the need for this progress to be sustained and enhanced in full coordination with humanitarian organizations," it said. The statement further said that Biden also "reiterated his clear position" on any Israeli attack on the southern Gaza city of Rafah. Egypt, Qatar and the United States have been making repeated efforts to broker a new Gaza ceasefire deal after 80 Israeli hostages were released in exchange for 240 Palestinians in the month of November following a ceasefire deal. Also read: Hezbollah says it fired drones, guided missiles at Israel in retaliatory strike Hamas official says will respond to Israeli Gaza truce proposal in Egypt on Monday A senior Hamas official on Sunday (Apr 28) said that the Palestinian militant group would announce its response to the latest Gaza ceasefire counterproposal by Israel in Egypt on Monday (Apr 29). "A Hamas delegation headed by Khalil al-Hayya will arrive in Egypt tomorrow... and deliver the movement's response" to the Israeli proposal during a meeting with Egyptian intelligence officials, said the official who declined to be named. Earlier this week, Egypt had sent its own delegation to restart the stalled negotiations even as the offensive in Gaza intensifies. Abbas says only US can stop Israel’s attack on Rafah Meanwhile, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on Sunday (Apr 28) said that the United States was the only country that could stop an Israeli invasion of the border city of Rafah in Gaza. "We call on the United States of America to ask Israel not to carry on the Rafah attack. America is the only country able to prevent Israel from committing this crime," Abbas said at a special meeting of the World Economic Forum in the Saudi capital Riyadh. He further stated that the Israeli offensive, which is expected to take place in the coming days, could prompt an evacuation in the region, pushing people out of the besieged Palestinian enclave, saying that this could be the "biggest catastrophe in the Palestinian people's history". (With inputs from agencies)

Biden, Netanyahu review hostage-release talks in new call: White House

In a call with Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday, Joe Biden "reiterated his clear" opposition to an assault of Rafah. This comes as pressure mounts for Israel and Hamas to come to an agreement that would free some Israeli detainees and bring an end to the nearly seven-month-long conflict in Gaza.

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Will the International Criminal Court issue an arrest warrant against Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Israeli officials believe that the ICC could charge Netanyahu with violations related to the conflict with Hamas.

ICC to issue arrest warrant against Netanyahu? | International Court frowns on IDF assault

According to a person acquainted with their conversation, the main topic of conversation between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Joe Biden on Sunday was the release of hostages in Gaza.

Israel-hamas war: Biden discusses hostage deal and Rafah with Netanyahu on call

Israeli officials increasingly believe that the International Criminal Court is preparing to issue arrest warrants for senior government officials on charges related to the conflict with Hamas. Watch in for more details!

Top Israeli officials believe PM Netanyahu could be named in ICC's arrest warrant

US President Joe Biden spoke with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu by phone Sunday and "reviewed ongoing talks" to free hostages taken by Hamas during their October 7 attack on Israel. Watch in for more details!

Biden, Netanyahu discuss Rafah, hostage deal on call

The US President Joe Biden has spoken with the Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on a phone call. The White House said Biden and reviewed talks designed to secure the release of some of the Israeli hostages coupled with an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Watch in for more details!

Israel war: Biden-Netanyahu discuss Rafah, hostage deal on call

Israel war: Biden-Netanyahu discuss proposal to open more aid crossings

Israel is on the edge. As Israeli officials believe that the International Criminal Court is preparing to issue arrest warrants. Reportedly, the warrants will be issued for senior government officials on charges related to the conflict with Hamas.The Israeli officials believe that PM Benjamin Netanyahu is among those who might be named in a warrant.

Israeli officials express concern over impending ICC arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu

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On Sunday, Joe Biden "reiterated his clear" opposition to an attack on Rafah during a discussion with Benjamin Netanyahu. This occurs as pressure to reach a deal between Israel and Hamas to halt the nearly seven-month-long conflict in Gaza and release some Israeli prisoners grows.

Israel-hamas war: Joe Biden calls Netanyahu and talks about Gaza ceasefire

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to visit Israel on next week to discuss with officials about Netanyahu's planned Rafah incursion as well as talks for a hostage release deal. Watch in for more details!

Report: Antony Blinken set to visit Israel on Tuesday to halt Netanyahu's Rafah plan

The Israeli military has massed dozens of tanks and armoured vehicles along its border with the southern Gaza strip in what appears to be a preparation for an invasion of the border city of Rafah. The tanks and armoured vehicles are stationed near Israel's Kerem Shalom crossing next to Rafah. American Diplomat Anthony Blinken is planning to travel to Israel on Tuesday after returning from his trip to China. Reports suggest that Blinken will travel to Israel to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other senior officials. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: Blinken plans to visit Israel | Will US stop Israel's Rafah offensive?

The Israel-Hamas war began over 200 days ago. At this juncture, Israel is about to launch a deadly offensive in Rafah. While Israel's military intelligence chief quit over October 7 killings, cracks within Benjamin Netanyahu’s cabinet are growing by the day. Can the end of Netanyahu's term, cut short this brutal war?

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The Israeli military has massed dozens of tanks and armoured vehicles along its border with the southern Gaza strip in what appears to be a preparation for an invasion of the border city of Rafah. The tanks and armoured vehicles are stationed near Israel's Kerem Shalom crossing next to Rafah. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: Armoured vehicles stationed near Israel's Kerem Shalom crossing

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has compared Pro-Palestine protesters in American campuses with Nazis. Does voicing support for Gazans make you Nazi?

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