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Israel Hamas War: The war continues between Hamas and Israel. Tuesday (October 10) was the fourth day of this war because on Saturday (October 7) Hamas fighters had attacked southern Israel and infiltrated in large numbers through various means. After which war was declared in Israel. On Monday (October 9), Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had said that the action against Hamas has just begun.
On Tuesday (October 10), Hamas fired rockets at the Israeli city of Ashkelon. However, till the time of writing the news, there was no update on the damage caused by the rocket attack. On the other hand, Israeli Air Force fighter planes are targeting Hamas positions in Gaza Strip and raining bombs. Eyewitnesses from both say that local citizens are also getting affected in this conflict.
Lubna Nazir Shabbu, an Indian woman living in Gaza, has told news agency PTI over the phone that she has witnessed the horrific incident happening near her. He has appealed to the Indian authorities for help.
According to news agency PTI, more than 1600 people have been killed from both sides of the war and more than 4000 people are injured. Meanwhile, statements have come from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, US President Joe Biden, Russian President Vladimir Putin, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Israel’s Consul General Tammy Ben-Haim appointed in India. Let us know who said what and what is the latest update on the incident.
Hamas fired rockets in Israel’s Ashkelon and Tel Aviv
Hamas warned Israelis to leave the city of Ashkelon at 5 pm local time. The sound of rocket attack was heard in the city shortly after five o’clock. At the same time, Hamas fired rockets at Ben Gurion Airport and other areas in Tel Aviv.
#WATCH , Israel’s Ashkelon comes under rocket fire, sirens blare; Media contingent (including ANI team) reporting on the violence rush for cover. pic.twitter.com/JPX06p86UE
— ANI (@ANI) October 10, 2023
How many people died during the Hamas-Israel war?
According to news agency AP, Israel has claimed to have taken back the border areas of Gaza from Hamas extremists. At the same time, the number of people who lost their lives in the war has crossed 3,000. At the same time, an Israeli military officer said that the number of people who lost their lives in the Hamas attack has crossed 1,000.
According to news agency AFP, Israel has said that as of Tuesday (October 10), bodies of 1,500 Hamas terrorists have been recovered in the fighting outside the Palestinian territories.
At the same time, according to BBC report, the number of Palestinians who lost their lives due to Israeli airstrike increased to 830 since Saturday. At the same time, Israel’s Embassy in America says that the death toll on the Israeli side has now reached at least 1,008.
Hamas has said that it will not negotiate on hostages until the war ends. According to Israel’s Ambassador to the United Nations, there are currently 100 to 150 Israeli hostages. Meanwhile, the United Nations has said that at least two lakh people have been displaced in Gaza.
Woman of Indian origin telling eyes to see
#WATCH , Ashkelon, Israel: Ilana Nagaukar, a woman of Indian origin in Israel says “Yesterday a missile struck here, vehicles caught fire and there was a power cut in all these buildings…we feel that we are in danger but we believe in our Army…this is our home and we can’t… pic.twitter.com/JO7r9VZrm0
— ANI (@ANI) October 10, 2023
People of India are with Israel in difficult times – PM Modi
According to news agency PTI, PM Modi on Tuesday (October 10) told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the people of India stand firmly with his country in this difficult time. At the same time, Netanyahu called PM Modi and shared updates about the situation amid retaliatory attacks against Hamas.
The Prime Minister’s Office said in a statement that PM Modi expressed his deepest condolences to those killed and injured. PM Modi also raised the issue of security of Indian citizens in Israel. At the same time, Netanyahu assured full cooperation to PM Modi.
PM Modi posted from his ‘X’ handle, “I thank Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his phone call and for giving him information on the current situation. The people of India stand firmly with Israel in this difficult time. India strongly and unequivocally condemns terrorism in all its forms.
Israel’s ambassador said- thank you
Israeli Ambassador to India Naor Gilen thanked Prime Minister Modi for the support his country has received from Indians. He wrote on ‘X’, “Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji, thank you once again. We have received so much support from our Indian brothers and sisters and unfortunately I am unable to express my thanks to all of you personally. Let this be accepted as my gratitude to all our friends.
US President spoke to Israeli PM
“Vice President Kamala Harris and I sat down with our teams to get a situation update on the terrorist attack in Israel and to provide direction on next steps,” the US President posted on his X handle on Tuesday. We joined Prime Minister Netanyahu to discuss coordination to support Israel, deter hostile forces, and protect innocent people.
Earlier in another post, the US President said, “This is not some distant tragedy.” The relations between Israel and America are very deep. This is a personal matter for many American families who feel the pain of this attack as well as the wounds caused by millennia of anti-Semitism and persecution of the Jewish people. “Local and federal law enforcement partners in cities across the country are closely monitoring any domestic threats in connection with the horrific terrorist attacks in Israel.”
Russian President Vladimir Putin said – independent sovereign Palestine is necessary
Amidst the war between Hamas and Israel, the Russian President called the creation of Palestine necessary. Putin has said that the creation of an ‘independent sovereign’ Palestinian state is a ‘necessity’. The Russian President termed the Israel-Gaza conflict as a failure of US Middle East policy.
Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei supported Hamas
Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Tuesday expressed support for the Palestinians. Also denied Iran’s involvement in the Hamas attack. However, he said that he kisses the hands of those planning attacks on Israel. He talked about being proud of the Palestinians. Khamenei has said that Israel has been wounded by its military and intelligence defeat, from which it will not be able to recover.
Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed his stance
Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed his stance after the Hamas-Israel war. Saudi Arabia’s state media reported on Tuesday that the Crown Prince had spoken to Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas on phone and expressed his support for Palestine. The Crown Prince is trying to stop the war between the two sides. According to Saudi media, the Crown Prince said, “The Kingdom continues to stand by the Palestinian people to achieve their legitimate rights to a good life, to realize their hopes and aspirations, and to achieve a just and lasting peace.” ‘
Consul General of Israel Tammy Ben-Haim said- ‘…we need India’s support’
Meanwhile, Israel’s Consul General for South India, Tammy Ben-Haim, on Tuesday sought India’s help in taking action against Hamas and said that her country needs the support of like-minded countries and people around the world.
In an interview with news agency PTI, he said, “We are going to try our best to destroy this terrorist organization and we need the support of India, we need the support of our friends.” We need the support of like-minded countries and people around the world who understand that we need to fight together against terrorism.
The Israeli envoy also said, “Prime Minister Modi’s message is very clear and strong, which is a good thing.” He said, “We want (India’s) support to continue.” We want this coordination to continue. Hamas targeted Israeli civilians, Israeli children, women, but they are doing the same in Gaza.
(with language input)
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