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Economic Times
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- Economic Times
President Independence Day eve address: Murmu expresses confidence in India's self-reliant journey, urges citizens to go local; check highlights
Synopsis President Droupadi Murmu, in her address on the eve of the 79th Independence Day, conveyed strong optimism about India's journey towards self-reliance and highlighted the nation's robust economic condition. She emphasized the significance of August 15th, commemorating the sacrifices of freedom fighters who paved the way for India's independence 78 years ago, inspiring continued progress. PTI President Droupadi Murmu On the eve of 79th Independence Day, President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday while addressing the nation expressed confidence in India's capabilities of becoming a self-reliant nation, adding that the economy remains in pink of health. The idea of Swadeshi has been inspiring our national endeavours like Make-in-India initiative and Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan. Let us resolve to buy and use Indian products. "India is well on way to becoming self-reliant nation and is moving ahead with great confidence," said President Murmu in address to nation."The fifteenth of August is a date etched in our collective memory. During the long years of colonial rule, generations of Indians dreamt of the day of Independence. Men and women, old and young, from all parts of the country, yearned to throw away the yoke of foreign rule. Their struggle was marked by robust optimism, which has continued to propel our progress since Independence too. As we salute the tricolour tomorrow, we will also be paying homage to the memory of all freedom fighters whose sacrifices won India Independence on the 15th of August, 78 years ago," added Murmu during her address to the nation.
Time of India
42 minutes ago
- Time of India
Middle east tensions: Netanyahu's 'greater Israel' comments spark criticism; Arab nations slam 'delusional claims'
Arab nations have critised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over remarks apparently endorsing the idea of an expanded 'Greater Israel', warning that such comments threaten their sovereignty at a particularly volatile moment for the Middle East. The term refers to a biblical interpretation of Israel's borders during the reign of King Solomon, stretching beyond the current Palestinian territories of Gaza and the occupied West Bank to include parts of present-day Jordan, Lebanon and Syria. Ultra-nationalist Israelis have called for these areas to be occupied. When asked on Tuesday by i24NEWS interviewer Sharon Gal whether he supported such a 'vision' for a Greater Israel, Netanyahu replied 'absolutely', adding, 'If you ask me what I think, we're there.' He then spoke about the founding of Israel and the 'great mission' of ensuring its survival. Neighbouring Jordan condemned the comments on Wednesday as a 'dangerous and provocative escalation' and 'a threat to the sovereignty of states'. A spokesman for its foreign ministry rejected what he called Netanyahu's 'inflammatory' rhetoric and 'delusional claims'. Egypt had also 'requested clarification on this matter', describing it as amounting to a 'rejection of the option of peace in the region'. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Use an AI Writing Tool That Actually Understands Your Voice Grammarly Install Now Undo The remarks come amid a 22-month war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza, which has repeatedly spilled over into the wider region, fuelling tensions and drawing frequent Arab condemnation. On Thursday, Iraq's foreign ministry said Netanyahu's words showed Israel's 'expansionist ambitions' and were 'a clear provocation to the sovereignty of countries'. Gaza mediator Qatar also condemned the comments, calling them 'absurd' and 'inflammatory'. The suggestion of an enlarged Israel comes as far-right members of Netanyahu's cabinet press for the conquest of Gaza and the annexation of the West Bank, where the government recently approved a wave of new settlements deemed illegal under international law. Saudi Arabia on Wednesday voiced 'its total rejection of the ideas and plans for colonisation and expansion adopted by the Israeli occupation authorities', reaffirming 'the historical and legal right of the Palestinian people to establish their independent state'. In February, Netanyahu caused anger among Arab states when, in a television interview, he suggested a Palestinian state could be set up on Saudi land. During Tuesday's interview, he also renewed calls to 'allow' Palestinians to leave Gaza, telling i24NEWS, 'We are not pushing them out, but we are allowing them to leave.' Previous suggestions to resettle Gazans outside the war-ravaged territory, including from US president Donald Trump, have sparked fears of displacement among Palestinians and drawn condemnation from the international community.
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First Post
2 hours ago
- First Post
The hunger games: How Hamas's starvation campaign exposes Western hypocrisy
The disturbing ease with which Western nations embrace Hamas's lies stems from classical antisemitism resurging. This worsens due to a dangerous alliance between liberals and Islamist communities wielding electoral power in the West Demonstrators hold torches, during a protest outside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office to demand the immediate release of the hostages kidnapped during the deadly October 7, 2023, attack on Israel by Hamas, and the end of the war, in Jerusalem. Reuters Hamas's propaganda against Israel resonates widely in the Western world, not out of moral compassion for perceived victims, but because classical antisemitism still pulses beneath the surface—and since October 7, it increasingly bubbles above it. Hamas's 'starvation' campaign and accusations of Israeli genocide represent a direct continuation of one of history's most notorious antisemitic documents: The Protocols of the Elders of Zion. Like that conspiratorial text claiming Jews sought world domination, today's lie alleges Israel commits genocide against Palestinians. As then, the falsehood spreads like wildfire, now through digital platforms. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In recent weeks, the world watched with concern as images of three allegedly starving Gazan children dominated international headlines, further cementing the false narrative of Israeli genocide in Gaza. In reality, these children—who became symbols of supposed 'genocide'—suffered from genetic diseases, not starvation. Moreover, one of them received medical treatment in Italy with Israeli coordination, another was treated in an Israeli hospital, and in the third widely circulated photo, the sick child appears in the arms of his healthy mother. Earlier this week, Prime Minister Netanyahu delivered statements to the media, dedicating significant time to refuting Hamas and the international community's claims about hunger and starvation in Gaza. However, this move—important as it is for Israeli public diplomacy—remains a case of too little, too late. The facts, as the Prime Minister accurately presented them, no longer interest anyone. Meanwhile, the only intentional starvation occurring in Gaza is what Hamas inflicts on Israeli hostages. The shocking images of Evyatar David and Rom Braslavsky, which Hamas itself released to pressure Israel, clearly show who is deliberately starving whom. In one video, viewers can even see the healthy, full hand of the terrorist offering Evyatar a can of food. Yet even when the world saw this documentation, it chose to equate the hostages' condition with Gaza's humanitarian situation. Regarding the existing hardship in Gaza, context matters. This is the result of a war forced upon Israel. Nevertheless, while fighting, Israel provides extensive humanitarian aid—thousands of trucks, airdrops, and food distribution stations through the Gaza Humanitarian Fund (GHF) to ensure aid reaches civilians, not Hamas. Yet Hamas itself violently hijacks food convoys, threatens Gazans who cooperate, and insists aid flow through the UN to preserve its control. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The disturbing ease with which Western nations embrace Hamas's lies stems from classical antisemitism resurging. This worsens due to a dangerous alliance between progressive liberal elements and Islamist communities wielding electoral power in the West. Countries like France, Britain, Canada, and Australia are prepared to make a historic error by recognising a Palestinian state at the UN General Assembly in September—effectively rewarding Hamas for the October 7 atrocities. Despite the facts, it remains convenient to blame the Jewish state. This propaganda's consequences manifest beyond the political domain. Militarily, entrenched false narratives constrain IDF operations and encourage weapons embargoes against Israel, distancing Israel from achieving war objectives while draining resources toward missions that divert attention from defeating Hamas. This demonisation of Jews has a direct impact on the safety of Jews worldwide. Indeed, we witness a sharp increase in antisemitic violence, including murders. Some argue Israel's battle for global consciousness is doomed against 1.5 billion Muslims. I argue that the Muslim population isn't the problem—parts of it support Israel, as proven by the Abraham Accords and relations with Azerbaijan, for example. The real issue is classical antisemitism resurging in Western society, adopting false narratives. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD International organisations under UN auspices strengthen Hamas's lies through pseudo-academic reports based on data provided by Hamas, echoing their messages. As we witness, these don't stop at public opinion-shaping but lead to concrete actions against Israel: embargoes and recognition of a Palestinian state. Even when some recognition announcements specify Hamas must disarm and won't be part of Palestinian leadership, this move effectively rewards Hamas for the October 7 horrors and is expected to strengthen its position among Palestinians—not only in Gaza but also in Judea and Samaria at the Palestinian Authority's expense. We must, therefore, continue fighting for the truth. The Jewish people are indigenous to the Land of Israel, and Israel's existence represents Jewish restoration after the Holocaust and exile—victory over Christian and Muslim colonialism in the Land of Israel. This battle isn't just against Hamas in Gaza; it's tied to our obligation as Jews to say, 'Never Again'. Joseph Rozen is a distinguished expert in International Relations, Asian affairs, and National Security. He is Senior Fellow at Misgav Institute for National Security, an Israeli think tank based in Jerusalem. He previously served as the Director of APAC and Euro-Asia Affairs at the Israeli National Security Council. Views expressed in the above piece are personal and solely those of the uthor. They do not necessarily reflect Firstpost's views. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
