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Why 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? Indian armed forces accused of employing Kuki extremist group and pro-democracy armed faction in Myanmar. Allegedly, utilized to combat the “Naga Army” along the India-Myanmar border. About Naga Insurgency: Formation of NNC: Established in April 1946 for Nagas’ social and political upliftment. Shillong Accord: Signed in 1975, aimed to resolve Naga …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Baltic Sea nations expressed concern over reports that Russia plans to revise its territorial waters’ borders, calling it a potential escalation. Russia’s draft proposal aims to update 1985 coordinates, raising uncertainty about whether borders will shift or just be clarified. Source:WorldAtlas About Baltic Sea: Location: Part of the North Atlantic Ocean, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? China’s new aircraft carrier trial and its impact on regional naval strategies, especially in comparison to India’s plans. source:Daily Mail About China’s Aircraft Carrier Developments China’s third aircraft carrier, Fujian, successfully completed an eight-day maiden sea trial with electromagnetic catapults. Named after Fujian Province, the carrier is an 80,000-tonne supercarrier, making …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Hezbollah retaliates after Israeli strike wounds three in eastern Lebanon; ongoing tensions escalate amid cross-border exchanges. About Hezbollah Retaliates Against Israeli Attack: Israeli Strike in East Lebanon: According to Lebanese official media, an Israeli airstrike wounded three individuals in eastern Lebanon on Monday. The strike targeted a factory in Sifri, located …
Read MoreWhy in the news? “Hamas offers truce and political transition; willing to disarm and join Palestinian political structure for statehood, facing scepticism from Israel.” Hamas’s Offer for Peace and Transition: Khalil al-Hayya, a senior Hamas official, disclosed to The Associated Press the group’s readiness to negotiate a truce of at least five years with Israel. …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Israeli military strikes Iran in apparent response to missile barrage; initial reactions subdued, suggesting mutual de-escalation efforts. source:theeconomist About the Military Strike: The Israeli military reportedly struck Iran early Friday, in apparent response to Iran’s previous missile attack. Initial reports suggest the strike targeted a military air base near Isfahan, central …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Tensions escalate as Israel strikes Hezbollah site in Lebanon, prompting Hezbollah to fire rockets at Israel’s Golan Heights. source:allsides About Israeli Strike on Hezbollah Site: Israel conducted an airstrike on a Hezbollah site in eastern Lebanon, near the Syrian border. The strike targeted a two-story building belonging to Hezbollah near Baalbek, …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS 2: Role of External State and Non-state Actors in creating challenges to Internal Security. Challenges to Internal Security through Communication Networks, Security Challenges and their Management in Border Areas. Why in the News? The article highlights the renewed focus of the Indian government on the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, citing recent reports of …
Read MoreRelevance: GS 2 – Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests Why in the News? Approximately 70 civilians have died while peacefully protesting against Myanmar’s military. The military coup in February 2021 initiated violent conflicts across the country. Myanmar has been embroiled in internal conflict for the past three …
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