The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Israel Security Agency have jointly confirmed that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar was killed in the Gaza Strip by Israeli soldiers on Wednesday. No official confirmation has been made by Hamas.
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Death toll from Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon rises to 2,412: Report
The death toll from Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon since the beginning of the Israel-Hezbollah conflict on October 8, 2023, has reached 2,412, and the number of wounded individuals has increased to 11,285, according to a report by the Lebanese Council of Ministers.
Israel confirms it has eliminated Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar
In yet another blow to Hamas, Israel on Thursday evening confirmed that it has eliminated Yahya Sinwar -- the chief planner of the horrific October 2023 attacks that killed 1200 people in Israel and resulted in over 250 being taken as hostages.
US Congressman seeks briefing on 'plight of Hindus' in Bangladesh
US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has requested a briefing from the State Department on reports of "the rise in harassment and violence against Hindus" and other minority communities in Bangladesh following the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
Israel investigating possibility of Hamas top leader Sinwar getting killed in Gaza
Israel on Thursday evening announced that it is investigating the possibility of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar getting killed during its ongoing military operations in the Gaza Strip.
Canadian police runs for cover after making baseless allegations against India
Under mounting pressure for its botched-up and without "hard evidentiary proof" investigation on the killing of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) is now evading international media even as the government led by Justin Trudeau continues to work on its deliberate strategy of smearing India for domestic political gains.
Lahore college rape case: One dead, dozens injured as massive violence rocks Pakistan
Violent protests by students continue to spread across Pakistan's Punjab province after reports of alleged rape of a private college student in Lahore went viral on social media.
Canadian MPs intensify demand for Trudeau's resignation, assert his time is over
As Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau continues to walk on thin ice, both at home and abroad, many leaders from his own party and several Members of Parliament are now planning to go beyond just publicly expressing dissatisfaction with his leadership and officially demand his resignation in the coming days.
EAM Jaishankar arrives in Islamabad for SCO meeting
India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar arrived in Islamabad Tuesday afternoon to attend the two-day 23rd Meeting of SCO Council of Heads of Government (CHG) which kicks off later with a welcome dinner hosted by Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in his capacity as the current CHG chair.
Theft of Goddess Kali's crown: Bangladesh government pins blame on head priest and temple staff
The interim government in Bangladesh on Monday tried to pin blame for last week's theft of Goddess Kali's crown on the head priest and temple staff while claiming that it continues to carry further investigations and has arrested four individuals in connection with the case.
Man with shotgun arrested near Trump's California rally
A man in illegal possession of a shotgun and a loaded handgun was arrested at an intersection near former US President Donald Trump's rally in Coachella, California, the police said as per media reports.
US sanctions Indian company for involvement in 'Ghost Fleet' transporting Iranian oil
The United States has sanctioned an Indian ship services company for allegedly being involved in the transport of petroleum from Iran through a "Ghost Fleet" in defiance of restrictions on Tehran.
Trump reiterates he wants legal immigrants, promises strong action against illegal migrants
Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump has reiterated that he wants immigrants as long as they come legally, but will take strong action against illegal migrants.
UN peacekeeping base comes under Israeli fire, Indian personnel safe
However, two Indonesian peacekeepers at the base, the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) headquarters in Naqoura, were injured on Thursday when an Israeli tank fired at an observation tower directly hitting it, Farhan Haq, the spokesperson for Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said.
Solutions to problems can't come from battlefield: PM Modi at East Asia Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asserted that conflicts in the world cannot be solved by battlefield but by respecting sovereignty, territorial integrity and international laws.
PM Modi meets new Japanese PM in Laos, reaffirms commitment to strengthen ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held bilateral meetings with his counterparts from Japan and New Zealand on the sidelines of the ASEAN-India Summit in Laos.
In Laos, PM Modi presents 10-point plan to strengthen ASEAN-India Comprehensive Partnership
Emphasising that the 'Act East' policy has given new energy, direction and momentum to the historic relations between India and southeast Asian countries over the past decade, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that the 21st century is the "Asian century" of India and Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries.
Weapon cache discovered, illegal drugs seized in Afghanistan
Security forces have discovered a huge weapon cache containing a variety of arms and ammunition, including anti-aircraft guns, in eastern Afghanistan's Nuristan province, said an army statement on Thursday.
Maldives President returns home, expresses gratitude for India's financial assistance
During the visit, Muizzu held high-level meetings with President Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and several other senior Indian government officials with discussions centered around strengthening the friendship and development partnership between the Maldives and India.
PM Modi is 'total killer' with nation's adversaries, refused offers of help to deal with threat: Trump
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is a "total killer" with the nation's adversaries and turned down offers of help when India faced threats, former US President Donald Trump has said.
Don't invite Zakir Naik again, say furious Pakistanis after Islamic preacher's controversial remarks
Zakir Naik, the fugitive Islamic preacher, continues to receive massive flak for making controversial statements during his ongoing tour of Pakistan with even some of his hardcore followers insisting that Islamabad has made a "big mistake" by inviting him to the country, that too as a 'state guest'.
Will end war when we complete all goals: Netanyahu at Oct 7 mourning meeting
Expressing gratitude to the heroism of male and female fighters in the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) and security personnel - regular and reserve, army and police, Shin Bet and Mossad - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday said that his government is "determined to complete the job" and free the remaining hostages from Gaza.
Trump makes defiant return with Musk to failed assassination site
Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump made a defiant appearance with techno entrepreneur Elon Musk at the site of the failed assassination calling it a "hallowed place" where he said he was saved by providential intervention.
'Will win with or without your support': Netanyahu slams Western leaders amid calls for arms embargo
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has slammed French President Emmanuel Macron, who in a recent radio interview called for halting the supply of weapons to Israel for its operations in Gaza, saying all "civilized" countries should be standing firmly by Israel's side as it fights the forces of "barbarism led by Iran".
Pak Army assumes security in Islamabad amid rising tensions on streets, upcoming SCO Summit
Amid the fast-changing security situation on the ground in Islamabad with violent protests, clashes, arrests, cellular services and internet blockades; the government of Pakistan has decided to hand over the security of the capital to the Pakistan Army units officially.