Social activist Sandeep Pandey returns Magsaysay award over US support to Israeli attack in Gaza
Tuesday, 2 January 2024 Social activist Sandeep Pandey on Tuesday said he has decided to return the Ramon Magsaysay award conferred on him in 2002 in protest against the role of the US in the Israeli attack in Gaza. ββPandey, who has been associated with the Socialist Party (India), has also decided to return the dual Masters of Science degrees earned from US universities. The activist said Magsaysay Award was primarily funded by Rockefeller Foundation and the category in which he had received the honour was funded by Ford Foundation, both American foundations.
Palestinians rally in Ramallah on New Year's Eve in solidarity with Gaza, as Israeli strikes pound the besieged strip with no end in sight to the bloodiest ever Gaza war sparked by Hamas on 7 October. The Palestinian militant group's unprecedented attack killed about 1,140 people, mostly civilians,...
According to local officials, at least 18 vehicles were burned, with no injuries reported during the early morning attack in the city, adjacent to Ramallah, where the Palestinian Authority is headquartered.
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Watch shocking footage from southern Lebanon as Israeli troops detonate buildings in the town of Meiss El Jabal amidst escalating conflict with Hezbollah. This recent escalation follows a series of cross-border air raids and ongoing tensions that have left the region in turmoil. With reports of destruction across multiple border villages, the situation continues to deteriorate. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
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Turkish activists stormed the German-flagged MV Kathrin at Istanbul's port, protesting its transport of 150,000 kg of explosives intended for Israeli military use. The vessel, previously rejected by multiple countries, had offloaded its cargo in Egypt. This protest follows similar actions at Istanbul's Ambarli Port and comes amid concerns over these weapons' potential use in Gaza.
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In a heated response to the recent deployment of U.S. B-52 bombers in the Middle East, Iran's foreign ministry spokesman, Esmaeil Baghaei, has condemned what he terms America's "destabilizing presence." With escalating tensions following Israeli strikes on Iranian military sites, Baghaei insists that the U.S. actions will not deter Iran's resolve to defend itself. As the situation unfolds, how will these developments impact the broader conflict involving Israel, Iran, and the U.S.? Join us as we explore the implications of these military maneuvers and their potential consequences for regional stability.
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In a dramatic turn of events along the southern Lebanese border, Hezbollah fighters have successfully repelled Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) from the eastern neighbourhood of Khiam. Following two days of intense clashes, the Israeli troops were forced to retreat under heavy fire, marking a significant victory for Hezbollah in the ongoing conflict. The withdrawal began after Israeli forces, unable to secure the town, unleashed a barrage of artillery and airstrikes in a bid to cover their retreat. Hezbollah responded with precision, targeting Israeli positions and demonstrating their military resolve. This confrontation underscores the escalating tensions in the region as Hezbollah continues to stand firm against Israeli incursions while expressing solidarity with the people of Gaza. Watch the latest updates and analysis of this unfolding situation.
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The U.S. ramps up its military presence in the Middle East with the deployment of ballistic missile destroyers and B-52 bombers, as tensions rise following Iranian threats against Israel. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has ordered these strategic assets to enhance deterrence and protect American personnel and allies in the region. This deployment coincides with reports of Iran potentially preparing to launch strikes against Israel, heightening concerns ahead of the U.S. presidential election. As the conflict escalates, including Israel's ongoing military operations in Gaza and Lebanon, the U.S. reaffirms its commitment to regional stability and defense.
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The UNRWA terminated Gaza-based staffers suspected of involvement in the October 7 attack. The US, a major donor, temporarily halted funding. UNRWA Chief Lazzarini called the allegations "shocking,"..
One of eight Israeli units offering combat positions to women, the Bardelas Battalion has just spent two weeks in southern Gaza, the new centre of fighting in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. "To be one..
Israeli army chief Herzi Halevi says the likelihood of war breaking out on the country's northern border with Lebanon has become "much higher", and warns Iran-backed Hezbollah militants that Israel has..
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