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NEW DELHI: National Conference President Farooq Abdullah criticised the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government, urging dialogue with Pakistan to resolve disputes. The NC chief expressed concern, stating, “If we do not find a solution through dialogue, we will meet the same fate as Gaza and Palestine, which are being bombed by Israel.” He questioned the […]

NEW DELHI: In a dire development, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported on Thursday that northern Gaza is now without a functional hospital, facing a severe shortage of fuel, staff, and essential supplies. According to the WHO, only nine out of 36 health facilities in the entire Gaza Strip are partially operational, and these are […]

As Israel steps up its attacks on Hamas and the Gaza Strip, the Palestinians have found an unusual ally in the Yemeni Houthi rebels. The poorest among the Arabs, Yemen has jumped into the crisis by flashing the biggest ace that it was holding all along – its control over the Bab el-Mandeb (Gateway of […]

NEW DELHI: In a significant development, the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, a vital maritime passage connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean, is experiencing disruptions that could have severe repercussions on Indian trade and the global economy. This crucial waterway is responsible for facilitating over 50 per cent of India’s trade activities, with a substantial portion […]

India’s vote in favour of a UN General Assembly resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict and the unconditional release of all hostages is a welcome and commendable step. It reflects India’s consistent and principled position on the Palestine question, as well as its concern for the humanitarian crisis and loss of […]

NEW DELHI: The Israeli military has said that they will resume fighting in Gaza on Friday as the truce expires and both parties fail to agree to extend it.  In a statement on the microblogging site X, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) said, “Hamas violated the operational pause, and in addition, fired toward Israeli territory. The […]

On Thursday, the conflict between Israel and the terror group Hamas reached its 55th day, with both sides currently observing a ceasefire. The truce, initiated on November 24, was extended by an additional 2 days until Wednesday, as mediators advocate for a more “sustainable” cessation of hostilities. In an exclusive interview with The New Indian, […]

NEW DELHI: On Monday, Avi Issacharoff, an accomplished Middle East analyst and well-known commentator, is set to deliver a groundbreaking presentation, shedding light on the intricate challenges of Military Operations in Urban Terrain. As a prominent figure in the field, Issacharoff’s insights promise to offer a unique perspective on this complex subject. Issacharoff, who currently serves […]

NEW DELHI: In the relentless theatre of war that is the Israel-Hamas conflict, the stage is set for an appalling spectacle of violence, where the innocent becomes the hapless victim, and the world shudders at the unfolding horrors. The first incident showcased to The New Indian at Wednesday’s heart-wrenching 40-minute screening at the Israel Embassy […]

Among the council of 15, it was only the US that vetoed the resolution, while Russia and the UK abstained from voting NEW DELHI: As the conflict between Israel and Palestine reaches its second week, the US uses its veto power to shoot down a peace resolution at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). According […]