Huge weight of responsibility lies on Blinken's shoulders to stop the war in Gaza escalating into a wider conflict

Heavy Rains In Dubai, Blinken's Last-Ditch Rafah Diplomacy, Student Crackdown, and More Oneindia

In Today’s episode of News Wrap, From scorching heatwaves striking traditionally frigid regions to once arid locales drowning under torrents of water, the climate's chaos mirrors the tumult in society. In addition, as some places bask in tranquil nights, others witness the ominous shadow of censorship descending upon revered bastions of free thought. Also, there is an offensive waiting for a green signal. However, the internationally renowned diplomats are trying their best to derail any chance of a new voilent crisis. Indeed, the world is a stage where every scene unfolds with riveting unpredictability. #DubaiRains #Biden #Hamas #Blinken #Worldnews #Hamas #Israelnews #Israellive #Globalnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.155~GR.125~

Blinken in Israel to push for a cease-fire, sustained aid into Gaza

Blinken In Israel: Blinken says he will press Netanyahu on Gaza aid measures | Oneindia

Antony Blinken, the U.S. Secretary of State, has initiated a series of discussions with Israeli leaders to address the issue of increasing humanitarian aid into Gaza. Simultaneously, he has been urging Hamas, the Palestinian militant group, to accept a proposed deal aimed at securing the release of hostages and achieving a ceasefire. Following his visits to Riyadh and Amman earlier in the week, Blinken is now in Israel, the final stop of his broader Middle East tour. Reports indicate that Blinken is currently meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem. This marks Blinken's seventh visit to the region, which has been engulfed in conflict since October 7th when Hamas launched an attack on Israel. Blinken's main focus during his time in Israel is to pressure the Israeli government into taking specific actions to enhance the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza. He emphasised the need to address the suffering of the people in Gaza amidst the ongoing crossfire instigated by Hamas, while also striving to secure a ceasefire and the release of hostages. #BlinkenInIsrael #GazaAid #Netanyahu #IsraelHamasWar #Ceasefire #GazaCeasefire #AidMeasures #PressingForAction #MiddleEastDiplomacy #HumanitarianEfforts ~PR.152~ED.194~GR.124~HT.96~

Blinken tells Hamas to accept truce deal as Israel PM warns of Rafah offensive

US Blinken urges Hamas to accept Israeli truce proposal

Israel awaits Hamas's response to truce deal before sending delegation to Cairo

Hamas' West Bank Commander killed by Israeli forces in overnight raid near Tulkarm | Oneindia

Hamas’s armed wing said that the commander of its forces in the Tulkarem area of the West Bank was among four members of the group killed during a day-long Israeli raid in the town of Dayr al-Ghusun. A statement from the Izzaldin al-Qassam Brigades names Alaa Shreiteh, 45, as commander of the al-Qassam Brigades in the Tulkarem governorate. Shreiteh was jailed by Israel between 2002 and 2016. According to the IDF, there was a twelve-hour gun battle in the Tulkarem area of the West Bank between its forces and Hamas militants in which four Hamas men were killed. However, the identity of Alaa Shreiteh was revealed by the al-Qassim brigade early on Sunday. Hamas confirmed that four of the men killed during the raid in Deir al-Ghusun village were from its al-Qassam armed wing. The Palestinian health ministry said their bodies had been taken by the Israeli military. There was no information about the fifth man, whose body was too disfigured for immediate identification, the Palestinian health ministry in the West Bank said. #Hamas #IsraeliForces #TulkarmRaid #WestBankCommander #IsraelHamasWar #PalestinianConflict #MiddleEastConflict #Terrorism #MilitaryOperation #News ~PR.152~ED.103~GR.124~HT.318~

Hamas official says group will not accept truce that does not end Gaza war

Al Jazeera Ban Israel: Netanyahu’s Cabinet votes to permanently close Al Jazeera offices | Oneindia

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared on May 5 that his government had unanimously voted to close down the local offices of Al Jazeera, a broadcaster owned by Qatar. Netanyahu announced the decision on X, formerly known as Twitter, but specifics regarding the implications, timing, and permanence of the closure remained unclear. This move marks an escalation in Israel's longstanding dispute with Al Jazeera and raises tensions with Qatar, particularly significant as Qatar is actively involved in mediating efforts to end the conflict in Gaza. Israel's contentious relationship with Al Jazeera stems from accusations of bias against the network. #AlJazeeraBan #IsraelDecision #NetanyahuCabinet #MediaBan #PressFreedom #IsraeliPolitics #AlJazeeraShutdown #FreedomOfPress #GlobalMedia #Censorship ~PR.152~ED.103~GR.124~HT.96~

Palestinians face famine amid food shortages in Gaza

Sweden's Eurovision contest to open in shadow of Gaza war

Israel Imposes Restriction on Turkish Trade with Palestinians, Sanctions Considered| Oneindia News

Israel retaliates against Turkey's trade halt by limiting Turkish trade with the Palestinian Authority and seeking sanctions. The move, spurred by Turkey's bid to pressure Israel on Gaza, draws strong condemnation. Erdogan defends Turkey's actions, while Israel vows robust responses, straining relations further amid the ongoing conflict. #Israel #Turkey #IsraelTurkey #TurkishEconomy #TurkeyNews #TurkeyUpdate #IsraelGaza #IsraelWarlive #Gazawar #Worldnews #Oneindia #OneindiaNews ~PR.320~ED.155~GR.122~HT.318~

Turkey Puts Brakes on Trade With Israel Amid Escalating Palestinian Crisis: Report| Oneindia News

Turkey halts all trade with Israel due to ongoing violence against Palestinians in Gaza. The move follows previous export restrictions and aims to pressure Israel into facilitating humanitarian aid. Turkey pledges to rigorously implement the measures until the flow of aid to Gaza is ensured. #Turkey #Palestine #Gaza #Turkiye #IsraelGazawar #IsraelPalestine #Worldnews #Israelwarlive #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.320~ED.102~GR.123~HT.318~

Istanbul welcomes Hamas and Egypt to conduct important talks

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan had a day of conducting important talks.

Israel to shut down Al Jazeera offices amid rising tensions

The decision to ban the Qatar-based newsgroup marks an escalation in the long-running feud between Israel and Al Jazeera.

Netanyahu's Cabinet votes to close Al Jazeera offices: Israel sending 'message' to talks mediator Qatar