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Deir al-balah: Israel’s defence minister on Wednesday ordered all remaining Palestinians to leave Gaza City, saying it was their “last opportunity” and that anyone who stayed would be considered a militant supporter and face the “full force” of Israel’s latest offensive. At least 16 Palestinians were killed across the territory, according to local hospitals, as Hamas weighed a new proposal from US President Donald Trump aimed at ending the war and returning the remaining captives taken in Hamas’ October 7, 2023, attack that triggered it. Around 400,000 Palestinians have fled famine-stricken Gaza City since Israel launched a major offensive last…

Leh: Sonam Wangchuk’s wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, on Wednesday reached out to President Droupadi Murmu to seek her intervention for the release of the climate activist, who has been lodged in Jodhpur jail in Rajasthan since being taken into custody following the September 24 violent clashes in Ladakh. In a three-page letter addressed to the president, Wangchuk’s wife alleged “witch-hunt” against her husband for espousing the cause of the people over the past four years and said she is completely unaware about her husband’s condition. “We request for an unconditional release of Wangchuk, a person who can never be a…

Leh: Sonam Wangchuk’s wife, Gitanjali J Angmo, on Wednesday reached out to President Droupadi Murmu to seek her intervention for the release of the climate activist, who has been lodged in Jodhpur jail in Rajasthan since being taken into custody following the September 24 violent clashes in Ladakh. In a three-page letter addressed to the president, Wangchuk’s wife alleged “witch-hunt” against her husband for espousing the cause of the people over the past four years and said she is completely unaware about her husband’s condition. “We request for an unconditional release of Wangchuk, a person who can never be a…

Washington: Trump administration sanctions announced Wednesday target dozens of companies and individuals involved in Iran’s missile and military aircraft production, a new punishment intended to support recently reimposed UN penalties against Tehran over its nuclear programme. The “snapback” UN measures freeze Iranian assets abroad, halt arms deals with Tehran and penalize any development of Iran’s ballistic missile programme, among other measures. And now, on Wednesday, the Treasury Department named 21 entities and 17 individuals involved in networks that have helped procure technology for advanced surface-to-air missile systems and the illegal purchase of a US-manufactured helicopter. Also ReadTwo die in Oman…

Berlin: Three alleged members of the Palestinian militant group Hamas were arrested Wednesday on suspicion of plotting attacks on Israeli or Jewish institutions in Germany, officials said. The suspects are set to appear in court Thursday. A judge will then determine whether the trio can be held in custody ahead of a trial. Germany’s federal prosecutor alleged that they have been involved in procuring firearms since earlier this summer. Various weapons, including an AK-47 rifle, and ammunition were found during a raid. Two of the suspects are German citizens. The federal prosecutor’s office described the third as being born in…

Islamabad: Pakistan’s security forces killed 13 terrorists in two separate operations in the troubled Balochistan province, the army said on Wednesday. An intelligence-based operation was conducted in Quetta district on the reported presence of militants. During the operation, troops effectively engaged the Khawarij location, and after an intense fire exchange, 10 Khawarij were killed, the army said. The term Khawarij is used for Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan militants. In another intelligence-based operation in the Kech area of the province, a hideout of terrorists was busted, and three terrorists were neutralised, the army said. Also Read3 suspected Hamas members arrested in Germany for…

The Global Sumud Flotilla, carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza, has entered what organisers describe as a “high-risk zone,” sailing less than 90 nautical miles (166 kilometers) from the besieged territory. In a statement on Wednesday, October 1, the flotilla confirmed that participants remained calm overnight despite intimidation attempts by the Israeli military. Safety procedures were followed and all crew members are reported safe. Also ReadIsrael mixes up UK former MP’s image in Gaza flotilla report “Our resilience and commitment carried us through the darkness. Far from deterring us, these threats have strengthened our determination to continue,” the organisers said. View…

A Zomato delivery agent was reportedly abused by two drunk men in Delhi’s Narela after they refused to make the payment for their order. The incident came to light after a video circulated on social media showing a man, identified as Rishi Kumar, being pulled out of a flat by police officers. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Siasat Daily (@siasatdaily) The delivery worker, Arjun, claimed that the men snatched the food parcel without paying and proceeded to hurl abuses at him. Arjun then called the police, after which Assistant Sub-Inspector Deshpal and Constable Ravish arrived…

Dubai: Asian Cricket Council (ACC) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday said the Indian team is “welcome” to collect the Asia Cup trophy from him at the continental body’s head office here as controversy around the champions being denied the top prize continued to rage. In a post on X, Naqvi rejected reports claiming that he, at the ACC AGM on Tuesday, apologised to BCCI officials for his actions at the presentation ceremony on Sunday when he walked away with the trophy after the Indians refused to accept it from him. Naqvi is also the Pakistan Cricket Board chairman and interior…

Riyadh: Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman has ordered that a major street in Riyadh be named after the late Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Al-Sheikh, the former Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia and chairman of the Council of Senior Scholars. The directive, issued on Tuesday, September 30, recognises Sheikh Abdulaziz’s distinguished scholarly stature and his significant contributions to the Kingdom, Islam, and the wider Muslim community, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. Also ReadSaudi Arabia’s Grand Mufti passes away at 82 Sheikh Abdulaziz Al-Sheikh, who passed away on Tuesday, September 23, devoted his life to…