Israel-Gaza conflict Highlights: US President promises increased military assistance for Israel

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US President Joe Biden said fresh military aid is on its way to Israel with "more to follow over the coming days," the White House said.

Biden and Israeli PM Netanyahu also "discussed ongoing efforts to ensure that no enemies of Israel believe they can or should seek advantage from the current situation," it said in a statement.

According to German ministerial sources, a number of Germans, who are also Israeli nationals, were among those abducted by Palestinian Hamas militants. (AFP)

"The President directed additional support for Israel in the face of this unprecedented terrorist assault by Hamas," the White House said in a statement.

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"We have been talking about Hamas, they want our annihilation. They didn't go for military targets and went for civillians... We are going to respond very very severely to this. It is going to be a long run, we are going to do whatever is needed. The style of attack is barbaric, in a way this is our 9/11," says Lt Col Richard, international spokesperson of Israel Defense Forces (IDF), on Israel-Palestine conflict.

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Israel has the right to defend itself against "barbaric attacks" and "to protect its citizens and to pursue the attackers", German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said.

"We are doing everything in our power to ensure that this attack does not turn into a conflagration with incalculable consequences for the entire region, and we warn everyone against fuelling and spreading terror in this situation," he said.

Scholz said he had spoken to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and told him that Germany stands "firmly and unwaveringly by Israel's side".

Turkish President Erdogan appeals to Israel and Hamas for peace and protection of civilian lives.

"There is no good in (attacking) civilians. We are ready to do everything to reduce the tensions... We invite all the actors to support peace," Erdogan said.

The death toll in the Gaza Strip rose to 370, the health ministry in the Palestinian enclave said.

The Hamas-controlled ministry said "370 civilians were killed and another 2,200 injured" in the fighting that began on October 7.

Iran President Ebrahim Raisi said that his supported the Palestinians' right to self-defence and accused Israel of being a danger to the region.

The United States, a close ally and major supplier of arms to Israel, could announce later today new military support for the country following the Hamas attack, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said.

"We're looking at specific additional requests that the Israelis have made. I think you're likely to hear more about that later today," Blinken told CNN.

"President (Joe) Biden's direction was to make sure that we're providing Israel everything it needs in this moment to deal with the attacks from Hamas." (AFP)

Ambassador of Israel to India, Naor Gilon says, "Israel never asked for anyone to come and fight for us. We fight our own fights. We don't want other people to fight our fights. It's true that Americans are helping us with supply, ammunition because we manufacture together, we develop together... I don't need anyone to come into my aid. We will do that. We have all the capacity to do that..."

Two Ukrainians have died during the escalation of the Israel-Palestinian conflict.

"We have confirmed information about the deaths of two Ukrainian women in Israel. Both citizens had been living in the country for a long time," Foreign Ministry spokesman Oleg Nikolenko said. (AFP)

The Asian Games in Hangzhou were brought to an official close.

"I declare the 19th Hangzhou Asian Games closed," Olympic Council of Asia acting president Raja Randhir Singh said.

Meghalaya CM Conrad K Sangma tweets, "As per the latest information and through the efforts of MEA and our Indian mission, our 27 citizens from Meghalaya, who were stuck in the war conflict zone of Israel and Palestine have safely crossed the border into Egypt."

Last night, the Security Cabinet approved the war situation and, to this end, the taking of significant military steps, as per Article 40 of Basic Law: Israel Government

The war that was forced on the State of Israel in a murderous terrorist assault from the Gaza Strip began at 06:00 yesterday (Saturday, 7 October 2023): Israel Government

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Spokesperson, Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Major Libby Weiss, says, "The widespread support we are seeing is the result of the horrors that everybody saw yesterday...When women, children & elderly people are dragged across the border and when young people at the music festival are slaughtered. It is clear that nobody can support that. It is painfully clear that Hamas are war criminal. What they have done here is horrific & completely inexcusable..."

Israeli Ambassador to India, Naor Gilon, said Hamas has committed acts of violence that resulted in the deaths of children, women, and the elderly.

The current death toll exceeds 300 and more than 1800 individuals have been injured, he said.

"We don't know of Indian foreign nationals so far, we didn't get any information of such. There are more than 1800 wounded...The terrorists are going to pay a very big price. We will do it in our pace, in our choosing, the way we want it," he also said.

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The death toll in the Gaza Strip rose to 313, and 1,990 people wounded, the health ministry in the Palestinian enclave said.

Lebanon's Iran-backed Hezbollah said it fired "large numbers of artillery shells and guided missiles" at Israeli positions in border area.

The death toll from a series of earthquakes in western Afghanistan rose sharply to more than 2,000, with nearly 10,000 injured

Pope Francis called for "an end to the attacks" in Israel, saying that "terrorism and war do not lead to a solution".

"I follow with apprehension and pain what is happening in Israel... I express my solidarity with the families of the victims," he said in the Vatican's St. Peter's Square. "May the attacks and the weapons cease, I beg you," he said.

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Two Israeli tourists and one Egyptian were killed by a policeman in Egypt amid spiralling violence between Israel and Hamas group. (AFP)

The Asian Games in Hangzhou set to end with an evening closing ceremony at the 80,000-seat Olympic stadium.

During this ceremony, China will pass the baton to Japan for the 2026 Games.

With approximately 12,000 athletes participating, this edition marked the largest Asian Games in history.

Israel's army said Sunday it aims to evacuate all Israelis living close to the Gaza Strip within 24 hours as it deployed tens of thousands of soldiers to fight Palestinian militants who had infiltrated into Israel.

"Our mission for the upcoming 24 hours is to evacuate all residents living around Gaza," military spokesman Daniel Hagari told reporters, adding that fighting was still on to "rescue hostages" held by militants in Israel.

"Our flights to and from Tel Aviv will remain suspended until October 14, 2023, for the safety of our passengers and crew," Air India said in a statement.

A spokesperson for the company also said that they would do everything they could to help people who have confirmed reservations on any flight during this time.

From the national capital, the full-service airline flies five times a week to Tel Aviv. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday are the days of service. The company also cancelled flights to and from Tel Aviv on Saturday.

22 people died due to drowning in 9 districts of the state in the last 24 hours; Bihar CM Nitish Kumar expressed condolences over the deaths and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 4 lakh to each family.

Israeli military official says 'hundreds of terrorists' have been killed and dozens captured amid Hamas incursion.

Eight Army personnel whose mortal remains were recovered on Saturday after they went missing during flash floods in Sikkim, according to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

His condolences also go out to the families of those who have lost their lives in flash floods caused by a cloudburst in Sikkim.

"Deeply pained by the tragic loss of precious lives including eight Army personnel in the recent flash floods arising out of a glacial lake burst in Sikkim," the Defence Minister said in a post on X.

"Out of the 23 missing soldiers, one was rescued while the mortal remains of eight brave soldiers were recovered. Their sacrifice, while being deployed in forward areas in the service of the nation, will not be forgotten," Singh said.

On October 8, Hamas' armed forces reported fierce fighting in several places inside Israel.

There is still fighting in many places near the Gaza Strip, including Ofakim, Sderot, Yad Mordechai, Kfar Azza, Be'eri, Yatid, and Kissufim, according to a statement from the Qassam Brigades.

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Israel's warplanes continued tobombard Gaza on Sunday morning, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF)spokesperson Daniel Hagari said, adding that 426 targets were struck inGaza, including 10 towers used by Hamas.

The defence forces of Israel also evacuated Israeli residents aroundthe Gaza Strip overnight, as tens of thousands of Israeli soldiers areoperating on the ground around the conflicted region, CNN reported quoting the IDF.

The majority of the power grids is out since Saturday, and internetconnectivity is still only partially functional.

The CNN reporter in Gaza reported that throughout the night, there was constant sound oft hundering jets and explosions, adding that there was a strong smell of gunpowder.

The toll of injured has risen to1,864 in Hamas terror attack, The Times of Israel reported citing theHealth Ministry updates on the number of Israelis wounded andhospitalized.

Currently, 326 of them have been gravely injured, 359 have moderateinjuries, and 19 are in critical condition.

Additionally, 20 people are being treated for severe stress and 821people have minor injuries.

223 more persons are being watched over bymedical personnel, The Times of Israel reported.

Bollywood actor Nushrratt Bharuccha, who was stranded in Israel amid the Hamas terror attack, is being brought back to India, her team said. "We have finally managed to get in touch with her and with the help of the Embassy, she is being safely brought back home. She is safe and on her way to India," Sanchita Trivedi, a member of the actor's team told news agency ANI. Read More

Israel's Army Radio reports mortar fire from Lebanon into Northern Israel

Soma Ravi, an Indian national working in Israel for 18 years, expressed the severity of the situation, saying, "Today was a very difficult day, we have never seen a situation like this before. Within 20 minutes, 5,000 rockets were fired, resulting in the death of 22 people and injuries to 500. This is an extremely challenging situation for the country."

On Sunday, Israeli soldiers fought to push back Hamas militants. This came a day after the militants broke out of the blockaded Gaza Strip and attacked nearby Israeli communities in a way that had never been seen before. In response, Israel destroyed buildings in Gaza and declared war on the Gazan government.
In a shockingly wide attack, Hamas fighters went into as many as 22 places outside the Gaza Strip.
These included towns and other communities up to 24 kilometers (15 miles) from the Gaza border.
At the same time, Hamas fired thousands of rockets at Israeli cities. As Israel's forces tried to decide what to do, they killed at least 250 people and took hostages.

Israel's Army Radio reports mortar fire from Lebanon into Northern Israel

Projectiles launched from Lebaneseterritory hit an Israeli military position in theIsraeli-occupied Shebaa farms early on Sunday, three securitysources told Reuters.
The sources said Israeli artillery fire then began hittingLebanese territory.

"Greetings to all our air warriors and their families on Air Force Day! Our Air Force has been scaling greater heights. The nation is proud to have such a strong, courageous and dynamic Air Force which is always prepared to face challenges. I salute our inspiring heroes who not only protect the skies but also remain in the forefront for humanitarian assistance." tweets President Droupadi Murmu.

Gaza residents reported a heavy rain of Israeli airstrikes throughout the night and early morning. A video appeared to show the Watan Tower, a huge commercial complex in Gaza City, collapsing before dawn.

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has declared that the ongoing assault in Gaza will extend to the West Bank and Jerusalem. For the past 16 years, the residents of Gaza have endured an Israeli blockade.

During a recent speech, Haniyeh emphasized the concerns surrounding the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem, the persistence of the Israeli blockade on Gaza, and Israel's efforts to establish normal relations with neighboring countries.

He also questioned the international community, asking how many times they have been warned about the 75-year plight of Palestinian refugees and the persistent denial of their rights.

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President Joe Biden has affirmed Israel's legitimate right to self-defense and the protection of its citizens, pledging unwavering support from his administration in the face of recent terrorist attacks by Hamas, resulting in a significant loss of life. The United States has initiated an extensive international diplomatic effort to rally backing for Israel and to respond appropriately to the unexpected assault launched by Hamas.

President Joe Biden has affirmed Israel's legitimate right to self-defense and the protection of its citizens, pledging unwavering support from his administration in the face of recent terrorist attacks by Hamas, resulting in a significant loss of life. The United States has initiated an extensive international diplomatic effort to rally backing for Israel and to respond appropriately to the unexpected assault launched by Hamas.

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Security tightened as the counting for the 5th Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, Kargil (LAHDC) elections to begin shortly.

On October 7 evening, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a cautionary advisory to American airlines and pilots regarding the use of Israeli airspace. This advisory comes in the wake of an unexpected attack by Hamas militants. The FAA's advisory aligns with a similar alert issued by the Israeli government and is applicable to all altitudes, taking into consideration events that have transpired within the past 24 hours.

The Nigerian government has expressed its apprehension regarding the ongoing tensions between Israel and Hamas, urging both parties to de-escalate and agree to a ceasefire. In a statement released by Nigeria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, they emphasized the need to break the vicious cycle of violence and retaliation, highlighting that it ultimately inflicts enduring hardship and suffering upon innocent civilians who endure the consequences of each conflict.

Supported by a series of rocket attacks, numerous members of Hamas managed to escape from the besieged Gaza Strip and infiltrate neighboring Israeli towns. This daring and unexpected assault occurred early in the morning during a significant Jewish holiday, resulting in numerous casualties and abductions. In response, Israel was taken aback and initiated airstrikes in Gaza. The Prime Minister declared that the nation was now in a state of war with Hamas and pledged to exact a formidable retaliation.

The Indian embassy in Tel Aviv and the Representative Office of India in Palestine released advisories urging Indian citizens residing in these respective countries to maintain vigilance and to promptly reach out to the respective offices in case of emergencies. This advisory comes in the wake of a full-scale conflict erupting between the Hamas militant group ruling in the Gaza Strip and Israel, resulting in the tragic loss of lives, with at least 498 casualties on both sides.The situation escalated as Hamas militants entered southern Israel via various means, including land, sea, and air, even utilizing paragliders. The Israeli military reported that these militants fired more than 2,000 rockets from the Gaza Strip into Israel. Additionally, Hamas claimed to have captured several Israeli soldiers near the border.