Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu blamed Hamas for the renewed violence, defending Israel's military operations in Gaza. Netanyahu asserted efforts were made to avoid conflict, but Hamas rejected truce proposals, prompting the offensive. The recent strikes reportedly killed 404 Palestinians and wounded over 560, escalating the conflict further.
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Navdeep Singh, 21, is being deported from the US to India for the second time in eight months. His family spent Rs 55 lakh on his attempts to migrate to the US, but both efforts failed. Navdeep's father, who runs a small sweets shop, and his family are struggling financially and are awaiting his return.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Washington, DC, for a two-day visit focusing on bolstering trade, defense, and technology ties with the US. He met with key figures including President Trump and the newly confirmed Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard.
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Donald Trump's anticipated return to the Oval Office is influencing global politics. His unpredictable diplomacy is reshaping alliances, spurring NATO allies' budget reevaluations, and prompting negotiations like the China-India border dispute resolution. Trudeau's resignation in Canada, Danish talks concerning Greenland, and potential Israel-Hamas negotiations hint at the Trump Effect in various geopolitical scenarios.
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's potentially last Australian tour is under scrutiny due to their recent inconsistent performances. Former Australian captain Greg Chappell emphasizes the need for strong selection panels to make tough decisions about aging players, even stalwarts, as lucrative contracts can influence players' decisions to continue playing despite declining form.
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