Pakistan launches two air strikes in Afghanistan killing 8 civilians, claims Taliban
The strikes came as Taliban refutes claims of militant attacks on Pakistan's soil. The latter’s army and foreign office did not immediately comment on the strikes. Key Points
ThePrintRussia accuses Biden of seeking election boost with Syria, Iraq strikes
US began airstrikes on Friday against dozens of targets linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard & allied groups after three U.S. soldiers were killed in Jordan. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesUS intends further strikes against Iran-backed groups: White House national security advisor Jake Sullivan
The United States and Britain unleashed attacks against 36 Houthi targets in Yemen, a day after the U.S. military hit Tehran-backed groups in Iraq and Syria in retaliation for a deadly attack on U.S. troops in Jordan. Key Points
Business TodayUS plans more strikes in Middle East against Iran-backed groups
White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan announced that the United States is set to conduct additional strikes following the death of three U.S. troops by Iranian-backed militias over the past weekend. Sullivan emphasised the intention to deliver a clear message that the U.S. will respond to attacks on its forces and the loss of its citizens. Key Points
Economic TimesUS strikes Iran linked targets after Jordan retaliation: 10 points you must know
US Air Force hits over 80 targets in an air raid on Iran-backed militants in Iraq and Syria. Biden issued a stern warning to Iran. Key Points
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US lists Houthis as ‘terrorist entity’, continues missile strikes in Yemen | Top points
The US has designated the Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen to its list of "terrorist" entities, citing their repeated assaults on international shipping in the Red Sea. The US military also launched another wave of missile strikes against Houthi-controlled sites in Yemen. Key Points
India TodayTehran strikes ‘terror bases’ in Pakistan, Israeli ‘spy HQ’ in Iraq
Iran launched attacks on Tuesday in Pakistan targeting what it described as bases for the militant group Jaish al-Adl, state media reported. Those reports... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaAnother US strike in Yemen, Houthis vow to hit back
Israel presses on with Gaza offensive as war approaches 100 days. The Houthi movement threatened a “strong and effective response” after the US... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaHouthi rebels vow fierce retaliation after American and British strikes against them
'Arbitrary attacks will have no result other than fueling insecurity and instability in the region'. Yemen's Houthi rebels vowed fierce retaliation on Friday... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaWill Yemen air strikes stop the Red Sea attacks?
US and British strikes on rebel-held Yemen on Friday marked a sharp escalation after weeks of attacks on Red Sea shipping by the Iran-backed Huthi insurgents. It seems very likely that the Huthis will continue attacking ships with whatever capabilities they have left. Key Points
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US, Britain carry out strikes against Houthis in Yemen: Officials
A Houthi official confirmed raids across the country, including in the capital Sanaa along with the cities of Saada and Dhamar as well as in Hodeidah governate, calling them American-Zionist-British aggression. The ongoing strikes are one of the most dramatic demonstrations to date of the widening of Israel-Hamas war in the Middle East since its eruption in October. Key Points
Economic TimesUS military strikes another Houthi-controlled site after warning ships to avoid parts of Red Sea
The United States military conducted additional strikes on Houthi-controlled sites in Yemen following previous attacks. The U.S. Navy warned American-flagged vessels to avoid areas around Yemen. President Biden warned of further strikes as the Houthis vowed retaliation. The U.S. and the UK launched multiple airstrikes targeting Houthi rebels in response to their attacks on commercial ships. The strikes, aimed at Houthi-controlled areas, killed at least five people. Biden faced criticism for not seeking congressional authorization, and the situation raises concerns about a wider conflict in the region. Key Points
Economic TimesRed Sea Crisis: Joe Biden warns of more strikes, Houthis vow support for Palestine, shipping costs rise. Top 10 Updates
The attack by the US and UK on Yemen comes weeks after the Houthi rebels allegedly unleashed disruptive attacks on Red Sea hurting commercial shipping on the trade route. According to reports, the airstrikes by US and UK on Yemen targeted an airbase, airports, and a military camp. Key Points
mintUS military launches another barrage of missiles against Houthi sites in Yemen
The U.S. military launched additional missile strikes against Houthi-controlled sites in Yemen, marking the fourth consecutive direct attack within days. Following the strikes, the U.S. officially designated the Houthis as global terrorists, implementing sanctions to cut off their financial support. Despite these measures, Houthi activities persist, including launching a drone attack on a U.S.-owned vessel. The U.S. has warned Iran to cease providing weapons to the Houthis and remains committed to military action to prevent further attacks. Ongoing incidents include missile launches by the Houthis and U.S. strikes in response. Key Points
Economic TimesUS, UK, with support of other countries, strike 18 targets in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen
The US and UK, supported by several other countries, conducted strikes against 18 Houthi targets in Yemen. These strikes aimed to degrade Houthi capabilities used to attack international vessels in the region. The strikes targeted underground weapons and missile storage facilities, air defense systems, and radars. This action is part of a multinational effort to defend their countries, partners, and allies in the region and restore freedom of navigation in key waterways. Earlier, the USS Mason shot down an anti-ship ballistic missile launched from Houthi-controlled areas. Key Points
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US conducts air strikes on Houthi anti-ship missile: Report
The U.S. forces identified the missiles in the Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen and launched an attack against them as they were imminent threats to merchant vessels and U.S. Navy ships in the region. Key Points
India TodayF&O stocks to buy today: Top 6 trading ideas from experts for 7 December 2023
Positive setup was seen in stocks like Chambal Fertilisers, HAL, Tata Power, IRCTC, SAIL, Wipro, IEX, Birlasoft, RBL Bank, ITC, BEL, Coromandel, L&T etc. among others. Key Points
Economic TimesF&O stocks to buy today: Top 6 trading ideas from experts for 7 December 2023
Positive setup was seen in stocks like Chambal Fertilisers, HAL, Tata Power, IRCTC, SAIL, Wipro, IEX, Birlasoft, RBL Bank, ITC, BEL, Coromandel, L&T etc. among others. Key Points
Economic TimesStocks to buy or sell today: NMDC, PFC among top 4 trading ideas for 13 November
India VIX was up by 1.16% from 10.98 to 11.10 levels on Friday. Volatility was slightly up but created momentum in the indices. Key Points
Economic TimesFighting intensifies as Israeli strikes leave 22 dead in Gaza
Israeli forces battled Palestinian fighters in the southern Gaza city of Rafah on Sunday, and struck areas in the centre of the coastal enclave where... Key Points
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US warns ships to stay out of parts of Red Sea as Houthi rebels vow retaliation for US, UK strikes
The U.S. Navy issues a 72-hour warning for American-flagged vessels to avoid areas near Yemen after joint U.S.-UK airstrikes on Houthi rebels. The strikes aim to curb Houthi attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea. President Biden warns of potential further strikes. The Houthi rebels vow retaliation, raising concerns of a broader conflict. The U.S.-led bombardment killed at least five, wounded six. The situation adds to the Middle East's tensions amid Israel's Gaza war. The U.S. Navy also reports a new missile attack off Yemen. Key Points
Economic TimesUS carries out air strikes in Syria on Iran-linked facilities, 3rd in less than 3 weeks
The United States conducted another round of air strikes against two Iran-linked sites in Syria in response to a series of attacks against American forces. This is the third time in less than three weeks that the US targeted locations in Syria tied to Iran. Key Points
India TodayUS launches 4th strike on Houthis in Yemen
Lists them as terrorists; Israel continues to pound Gaza. The US military fired another wave of ship-and submarine-launch missile strikes against... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaPakistan PM Kakar to cut short Davos trip after strikes in Iran
Pakistan's caretaker Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq Kakar is cutting short his trip to the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting at Davos due to military strikes conducted by Pakistan and Iran, resulting in civilian casualties and a diplomatic standoff. Pakistan targeted alleged terrorist hideouts in Iran, while Iran targeted bases belonging to a militant Sunni separatist group within Pakistani territory, leading to tragic deaths of non-Iranian nationals. Key Points
Economic TimesAirstrikes, artillery continue as Sudan fighting enters third week
Fighting and air strikes in Sudan's capital, Khartoum, continued after the announcement of a 72-hour ceasefire extension on 3 May, despite efforts by foreign powers to broker an agreement. Fighting broke out between the army and paramilitary group, Rapid Support Forces (RSF), on 15 April 15, which displaced more than 75,000 people and derailed efforts towards democratic elections. Violence has also been reported in the western Darfur region, with at least 96 people dying in inter-communal conflict as the conflict escalated. Tens of thousands of refugees have fled the country, and foreign governments have evacuated their citizens. Key Points
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US confirms second strike on another Houthi-controlled site
The U.S. military early Saturday struck another Houthi-controlled site in Yemen. Key Points
Hindustan TimesIsrael-Hamas War LIVE Updates: WHO warns of risk of disease spread in Gaza, US strikes Iran-backed site in Syria
The war between Israeli forces and Hamas completed a month with both sides appearing to fight in close combat in Gaza City. Israel has ramped up its ground operations in response to a deadly surprise attack by Hamas last month, which killed more than 1,400 people in the Jewish nation. The Israeli military said it was locating and destroying Hamas's tunnels spread hundreds of kilometres beneath Gaza. Follow indiatoday.in for live updates. Key Points
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