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Gaza Peace Plan: A Fragile Path Toward Resolution Syllabus: GS Paper – 2 Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests, Bilateral Groupings & Agreements, Regional Groupings, Indian Diaspora, Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests, Agricultural Resources Why in the News? The U.S.-led 20-point peace plan for Gaza, backed by …
Read MoreHumanitarian Catastrophe in Gaza Deepens Amid Blockade Why in the News ? Gaza is witnessing an escalating humanitarian crisis, with acute food insecurity, mass displacement, and targeting of aid workers. A nearly three-month Israeli blockade, conflict-related destruction, and operational restrictions on UNRWA have severely affected aid distribution and civilian survival. Unfolding Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza: …
Read MoreWhy in News ? Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dissolved the war Cabinet, following the departure of Benny Gantz. About the News Dependency on Ultrantionalist Allies: Netanyahu now relies more on ultranationalist allies as the war in Gaza continues. Formation and Function: The war Cabinet was initially formed for unity after the October 7 Hamas …
Read MoreWhy in the news? For the first time in months, Hamas launched a barrage of rockets from Gaza, triggering air-raid sirens in Tel Aviv. No casualties or damage were reported; it was the first long-range attack from Gaza since January. The Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, Hamas’s military wing, claimed responsibility. About Tel Aviv City : Tel …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The International Court of Justice (ICJ) ordered Israel to halt its military operations in Rafah “immediately.” The court demanded that Israel keep the Rafah crossing open for “unhindered” humanitarian aid. Israel must ensure the “unconditional” release of hostages taken by Hamas on October 7. About Rafah City Location and Connectivity: Location: …
Read MoreSYLLABUS: GS 2: Important International institutions, agencies and fora – their structure, mandate. FOCUS: The Office of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has taken a welcome first step towards accountability for the war crimes committed since October 7 last year. Source: Human Right Watch The conflict between Israel and Hamas, particularly since …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Ireland, Norway, and Spain announced plans to formally recognise Palestine, following a recent UN vote supporting Palestine’s full membership. Israel reacted by recalling ambassadors from these countries amid ongoing conflicts and international legal actions against its leaders. About United Nations General Assembly (UNGA): Principal Component of the UN: Main governing and …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Fighting continues in Gaza Strip, death toll rises; UN chief calls for ceasefire; Biden seeks Hamas release for truce. About the Conflict Intensifies: Israeli airstrikes target northern, central, and southern parts of Gaza. Renewed clashes between Israeli troops and militants reported across various areas of the Hamas-run territory. The Health Ministry …
Read MoreWhy in the news? “Abbas urges U.S. to halt Israeli attack on Rafah in Gaza, warning of mass displacement; international appeals for restraint.” About Israel’s Threats and Actions: Israel has been threatening for weeks to conduct a full-scale assault on Rafah, citing its aim to eliminate Hamas’s remaining forces in the area. Recent airstrikes by …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests Why in the News? An armed conflict between Israel and Hamas-led Palestinian militant groups began on 7 October 2023. A large-scale ground invasion by the Israeli military into the Gaza Strip began on 27 October. Before October 7, …
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