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With a vote of 120 in favour, 14 against, and 45 abstentions, the resolution marks a pivotal diplomatic response to the unfolding crisis in Gaza. The resolution comes as Israel has escalated ground operations and intensified its bombing campaign

Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have initiated a ground operation in the Gaza Strip, leading to an escalation of the ongoing conflict. The operation is marked by intense exchanges of fire and the deployment of IDF ground forces, including tanks, within the Gaza enclave

In preparation for a potential ground offensive against Hamas, the Israeli military has launched an incursion deeper into Gaza. However, the intricate network of tunnels maintained by Hamas presents a significant obstacle, with reports suggesting that the group has taken hostages within these subterranean passages.

The article discusses how Israeli security services have reportedly sought assistance from spyware companies, including the controversial Pegasus software maker, to track hostages in the Gaza Strip amid the ongoing conflict with Hamas.

The strikes targeted an IRGC weapons warehouse near the Iraq border in Al-Bukamal. The action was taken in response to a series of attacks by Iranian-backed militia groups against US personnel in Iraq and Syria, which began on October 17 and resulted in casualties

US President Joe Biden has implied a connection between Hamas' October 7th attack on Israel and the announcement of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor. This ambitious project aims to create an extensive network of railways, roads, and ports connecting the Middle East, Europe, and India

White House Spokesperson John Kirby attributed the violence to Hamas, refuting the claim that Biden's description was "harsh" and highlighting the use of human shields and hostage-taking by Hamas, as well as the impact on civilians in Gaza

The IDF showcased this footage on social media, providing viewers with a glimpse of the IDF's Shaldag Unit's operations. The video illustrates the IDF soldiers engaging a terrorist cell, resulting in the vehicle's driver losing control and the soldiers eliminating the other terrorists attempting to escape.

Majority of Israel's imports are light crude oil. Its main sources include CPC Blend crude from Kazakhstan and Azeri Light from the Caspian Sea. Girish Linganna explores the challenges, diversification efforts, and potential impacts of an oil embargo on Israel's crude oil supply.

Israel is preparing a ground invasion of Gaza to wipe out Hamas, the terror group which controls the Palestinian enclave, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said.He called October 7, the day Hamas started massive air, sea, and land strikes on Israel, a "black day of our history" during his speech.