India advocates for sovereign, independent state of Palestine at UN, opposes violence

Israel-Palestine War: India reaffirms long-standing relationship with Palestine | Watch | Oneindia

India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ruchira Kamboj while speaking on the occasion of International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People reaffirmed India’s long-standing support for Palestine and Palestinian people and their endeavor for a two-state solution. Ruchira Kamboj further stressed and said there can be no justification for terrorism and India has a zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism and further called for the immediate release of remaining hostages. She said, "On the occasion of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, let me, at the outset, reaffirm our long-standing relationship with the Palestinian people, based on deep-rooted historical and people-to-people ties, and our consistent support to the people of Palestine in their endeavor for statehood, peace, and prosperity. We are aware, Mr. President, that the immediate trigger were the terror attacks in Israel on 7th October, which were shocking and deserve our unequivocal condemnation. There can be no justifications for terrorism and hostage-taking. Our thoughts are with those who have been taken as hostages. While we welcome the news of the release of hostages, we also call for the immediate and unconditional release of the remaining hostages. India has a zero-tolerance approach to terrorism. We also believe that there is a universal obligation to observe International Humanitarian Law." Watch the full video here. #RuchiraKamboj #Palestine #UN #IsraelPalestineConflict #ZeroTolerancePolicy #IndiaPalestineRelation #IndiaPalestine #IndiaOnIsraelPalestineWar #PalestineNews #IsraelHamasWar #IsraelNews #IsraelHamasWarUpdate ~HT.99~PR.152~ED.155~

China Calls for Concrete Roadmap Towards Two-State Solution to Resolve Gaza Conflict | Oneindia News

China, despite its tensions with Taiwan, is advocating for peace, particularly focusing on Palestine. As the current president of the UN Security Council, China proposed a concrete two-state solution to end the Gaza conflict, emphasizing intensified diplomatic mediation and a comprehensive ceasefire. Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized the need for lasting peace and pledged emergency humanitarian aid to Gaza. #China #Xijinping #Wangyi #Chinataiwan #Israel #Palestine #Gaza #Hamas #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.178~ED.194~GR.121~

Gaza doctor: Israeli claim of weapons in Shifa is ludicrous

A British-Palestinian surgeon who operated on patients in Gaza describes Israel's claims it found weapons in Al-Shifa hospital as "moronically ludicrous". Dr Ghassan Abu-Sittah says Israel's bombardment of Gaza was a "continuation of the 1948 Nakba" during which almost a million Palestinians were forced off their land. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Gaza's Mobile and Internet Networks Teetering Toward Collapse| OneIndia News

Ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine severely impacts Gaza's telecommunications infrastructure. Israeli airstrikes damage cell towers, fiber optic cables, causing internet and mobile network disruptions. Gazans face limited or no access to essential services due to fuel prohibitions, hinting at a prolonged blackout. Israel's siege exacerbates the crisis, leaving Gaza's infrastructure vulnerable and unstable. #Israel #Netanyahu #Israelwar #Gazawar #Hamas #IsraelPalestine #Palestine #Internetingaza #gazainternet #Worldnews #OneIndia #OneIndianews ~HT.178~PR.151~ED.102~

Netanyahu Admits Shortcomings in Minimizing Gaza Civilian Casualties | OneIndia News

After nearly 1.5 months of conflict in Gaza, Israel's efforts to minimize civilian casualties amid its campaign against Hamas prove ineffective, admits PM Netanyahu. Despite warnings and evacuations, over 11,500 casualties, including 4,700 children, are reported, displacing two-thirds of Gaza's population. #Israel #Netanyahu #Israelwar #Gazawar #Hamas #IsraelPalestine #Palestine #IDF #Worldnews #OneIndia #OneIndianews ~HT.99~ED.155~

US Blasts Israel on Gaza Civilian Deaths Ahead of UN Ceasefire Plea | Oneindia News

US Secretary of State Blinken criticized Israel's actions in Gaza, urging civilian protection. Biden emphasized safeguarding civilians in talks with Israel and Jordan. Over 17,000 Palestinians killed, 46,000 wounded. Ceasefire calls persist; US opposes UN resolution fearing Hamas favoritism. Efforts aid crisis, Israel opens aid route. No set deadline to halt the Israel-Hamas conflict; the situation escalates. #US #Blinken #Gaza #Palestinians #Hamas #UN #UnitedNations #Israelgazawar #Biden #UAE #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.99~ED.194~

António Guterres Invokes Rarely Used Power to Demand Cease-Fire in Middle East

António Guterres Invokes Rarely Used Power , to Demand Cease-Fire in Middle East. The U.N. secretary-general invoked power under Article 99 on Dec. 6, Fox News reports. . Article 99 permits Guterres to "bring to the attention of the Security Council any matter which in his opinion may threaten the maintenance of international peace and security.". Guterres published a letter to security council members calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza. Guterres published a letter to security council members calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza. I am writing under Article 99 of the United Nations Charter to bring to the attention of the Security Council a matter which, in my opinion, may aggravate existing threats to the maintenance of international peace and security, António Guterres, U.N. secretary-general, via letter calling for cease-fire. We are facing a severe risk of collapse of the humanitarian system. , António Guterres, U.N. secretary-general, via letter calling for cease-fire. The situation is fast deteriorating into a catastrophe with potentially irreversible implications for Palestinians as a whole and for peace and security in the region. Such an outcome must be avoided at all cost, António Guterres, U.N. secretary-general, via letter calling for cease-fire. Guterres went on to call for the release of all hostages as well. The international community has a responsibility to use all its influence to prevent further escalation and end this crisis, António Guterres, U.N. secretary-general, via letter calling for cease-fire. I urge the members of the Security Council to press to avert a humanitarian crisis. I reiterate my appeal for a humanitarian cease-fire to be declared. This is urgent, António Guterres, U.N. secretary-general, via letter calling for cease-fire. The civilian population must be spared from greater harm. With a humanitarian cease-fire, the means of survival can be restored, and humanitarian assistance can be delivered in a safe and timely manner across the Gaza Strip, António Guterres, U.N. secretary-general, via letter calling for cease-fire. Fox News reports that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu previously said that his country will assume security control of Gaza even after the war, which could cause a rift with President Biden. Fox News reports that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu previously said that his country will assume security control of Gaza even after the war, which could cause a rift with President Biden. Fox News reports that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu previously said that his country will assume security control of Gaza even after the war, which could cause a rift with President Biden

4 Takeaways From the 4th Republican Presidential Debate

4 Takeaways , From the 4th Republican Presidential Debate. Nikki Haley is attacked, Ron DeSantis and Vivek Ramaswamy came out swinging, calling out the former U.N. ambassador over her views "on China, social media, transgender rights and more," ABC News reports. . Nikki Haley is attacked, Ron DeSantis and Vivek Ramaswamy came out swinging, calling out the former U.N. ambassador over her views "on China, social media, transgender rights and more," ABC News reports. . Chris Christie, however, came to her defense. I've known her for 12 years ... and while we disagree about some issues and we disagree about who should be president of the United States, what we don't disagree on is this is a smart accomplished woman. You should stop insulting her, Chris Christie, via statement. DeSantis defends his accomplishments as campaign dwindles, He also said he was "sick of hearing about these polls," while comparing his wins to Trump's defeats. . DeSantis defends his accomplishments as campaign dwindles, He also said he was "sick of hearing about these polls," while comparing his wins to Trump's defeats. . They weren't predicting that I would win the way I did, and I won the greatest Republican victory in the history of the state of Florida. I'm looking forward to Iowa and New Hampshire. The voters are going to be able to speak and we're going to earn this nomination, Ron DeSantis, via statement. Chris Christie calls Trump "an angry, bitter man", He also said that his recent "dictator" comments were "completely predictable.". Chris Christie calls Trump "an angry, bitter man", He also said that his recent "dictator" comments were "completely predictable.". So do I think he was kidding when he said he was a dictator? All you have to do is look at the history, and that's why failing to speak out against him, making excuses for him, pretending that somehow he's a victim -- empowers him, Chris Christie, via statement. Vivek Ramaswamy continues fiery antics, He even went as far as calling Haley a female "Dick Cheney" and raised a sign with the words "Nikki=Corrupt.". Chris Christie called him out on his behavior. This is the fourth debate that you would be voted in the first 20 minutes as the most obnoxious blowhard in America. So shut up for a little while, Chris Christie, via statement

WATCH: Crowds cheer rugby world champion Springboks in Pretoria

The World Cup-winning Springboks on Thursday began a four-day homecoming tour in Pretoria, with President Cyril Ramaphosa hailing the team for uniting a country with a divisive past.

Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi Discusses Gaza War In An Unexpected Meeting With Russia's Putin

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, criticizing Israel's actions in Gaza as "genocide." Putin sought Moscow's role as a mediator in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Talks also covered Ukraine, oil prices, and concerns over deepening Russia-Iran military ties, raising US worries about advanced missile supply to Russia. #Iran #EbrahimRaisi #RussianPresident #Putin #Israel #Gaza #Iran #USA #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.178~ED.194~GR.122~

34-Year-Old Israeli Soldier of Indian Descent Killed in Gaza War, IDF Mourns | Oneindia News

An Israeli soldier named Master Sergeant Gil Daniels, of Indian origin, was killed in the conflict in the Gaza Strip. His funeral took place in Ashdod after his death during the ongoing war. Gil, aged 34, was praised by the Indian Jewish Heritage Centre for his dedication. #Israel #Gaza #Israelgazawar #Palestine #Hamas #IDF #Israelarmy #IndiaIsrael #Netanyahu #Indianews #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.99~ED.102~

UN Secretary-general Guterres invokes Article 99 in rare move

'Earth's vital signs are failing': UN chief Guterres urges shift to renewables at COP28

'Catastrophic' in Gaza: 'Most int'l organisations have all but suspended humanitarian assistance'

Intense street fighting in southern Gaza

More than 17,000 people - mostly women and children - have been killed in the besieged Palestinian enclave.

Israel-Hamas War: People in Gaza diagnosed with infectious diseases | Oneindia News

A record number of people in Gaza have been diagnosed with infectious diseases as displaced Palestinians jam into overcrowded shelters. This is further straining doctors and clinics already overwhelmed by the Israeli offensive. #Hamas #HamasHostage #DiseaseOutbreak #GazaDiseaseOutbreak #DiseaseSpreadGaza #GazaDiseaseSpread #IsraelHamasWar #HamasGroup ~HT.99~PR.152~ED.103~

Israel-Hamas War: Thai nationals held hostage by the militant Islamist Group return | Oneindia News

Seventeen Thai nationals who had been held hostage by the militant Islamist group Hamas in Gaza, have arrived back in Bangkok. The group is among 23 Thai hostages who have so far been released from Gaza. Nine remain in captivity. DW’s Georg Matthes went to Udon Thani in north-eastern Thailand to meet some of those people who were affected. #Hamas #HamasHostage #ThaiHostageHamas #ThaiHostagesReleased #IsraelHamasWar #HamasGroup #ThaiHostagesReleasedNews ~HT.99~PR.152~ED.194~

10 Festive Holiday-Themed World Records

10 Festive Holiday-Themed , World Records. 10. The record for the tallest stack of Hanukkah donuts was set in Johannesburg, South Africa, in 2018, Members of the Jewish Life Center stacked more than 3,100 donuts. 9. The record for the most snowmen created in an hour was set in Akabira, Hokkaido, Japan, in 2015, 1,400 people created 2,036 snowmen to set the record. 8. The record for the most expensive dreidel was set in Manalapan, Florida, in 2015. , Created by Pedro Maldonado, the dreidel is worth $14,000. 7. The record for the most expensive Christmas tree was set in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, in 2010, The tree and its decorations were worth more than $11 million. 6. The record for the largest gingerbread man was set in Oslo, Norway, in 2009. , Made of less than 10 ingredients, the gingerbread cookie weighed almost three-quarters of a ton. 5. The record for the most menorahs lit at the same time was set in Montgomery, New Jersey, in 2012. , 834 people lit their menorahs simultaneously. 4. The record for the longest Santa wish list was set in Lapland, Finland, in 2012. , Containing almost 76,000 wishes, the list was 13,000 feet long. 3. The record for the most couples kissing underneath the mistletoe was set in Kissimmee, Florida, in 2017. , 448 couples set the world record. 2. The record for the most dreidels spinning at the same time was set in Philadelphia in 2011, The United Synagogue Youth group spun 734 dreidels simultaneously. 1. The record for the tallest faux Christmas tree was set in Colombo, Sri Lanka, in 2016. , The tree was more than 236 feet tall