Israel-Gaza conflict Day 7: Deadly war completes week today, here’s what all you need to know so far | IN POINTS
Israel-Gaza conflict Day 7: The conflict, ignited by a surprise weekend attack on October 7 by Hamas operatives on Israeli border areas completes a week today. The deadliest escalation of the conflict in decades has witnessed a massive rocket barrage and a multi-front offensive by Hamas, resulting in reports of more than 1,300 and some 3300 have been injured in Israel
The situation in Israel and Gaza remains highly volatile and fluid, with the conflict showing no signs of immediate resolution.
1. Women are emerging as pivotal figures and playing significant roles in various capacities on the frontlines actively participating as soldiers, journalists, and medical personnel in the ongoing Israel-Gaza war.
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2. Amid the escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas, the first flight carrying 212 Indian nationals returns back to homeland on Friday morning. Meanwhile, first batch of 254 Nepali students stranded amid Israel-Hamas war also landed in Kathmandu
3. India also initiated "Operation Ajay" to repatriate its citizens from the region. This operation is not an evacuation effort but a means of facilitating the return of Indians residing in Israel.
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4. Operation Ajay is primarily focused on repatriating Indian citizens from Israel, where they have been affected by the conflict. It was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to bring back around 18,000 Indians in Israel. This operation exemplifies India's commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of its citizens abroad during challenging circumstances.
5. Reaffirming US commitment amid the ongoing war with terror group Hamas, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that the US stands with Israel "today, tomorrow and every day" as it defends its people and shared values. Blinken expressed his understanding of the horrific situation Israel faced following the brutal attack by Hamas, and he acknowledged the deep determination within Israel to prevail.
6. The death toll in Israel since the Hamas attack on October 7 jumped to more than 1,300 and some 3300 have been injured, including 28 in critical condition and 350 in serious condition.
7. The deadly Hamas attack on Israel is a new cloud "darkening" the horizon of the world economy and has impacted economy especially oil markets.
8. Israel has imposed a "complete" siege on Gaza, cutting off water, fuel and electricity supplies. Israel has vowed that it won't allow humanitarian aid into Gaza until Hamas releases the hostages.
- With inputs from agencies
