Saudi Report: Hamas' Military Chief's Body Found In Gaza Tunnel After Massive Israeli Attack
In a major development from war-ravaged Gaza, Saudi media outlet Al-Hadath has reported the death of top Hamas military commander Muhammad Sinwar — the younger brother of former Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar. According to the report, Muhammad Sinwar's body was discovered in a tunnel in Khan Younis, along with the remains of 10 aides, following a series of intense Israeli airstrikes on an underground compound. Watch
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Indian Express
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- Indian Express
Israel is supporting anti-Hamas fighters in Gaza, Netanyahu admits: ‘What is bad about that?'
Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has admitted that the country is supporting an armed group in Gaza that opposes Hamas. His remarks come amid heavy Israeli air raids on the enclave that have left dozens dead. Speaking in a video posted on social media on Thursday, Netanyahu confirmed reports that Israel had worked with local armed groups in Gaza. These groups, often described as criminal gangs by aid agencies, have been accused of stealing food and supplies meant for civilians. 'What did Liberman leak? That security sources activated a clan in Gaza that opposes Hamas? What is bad about that?' Netanyahu said, referring to Avigdor Liberman, a former defence minister who first spoke about the plan. 'It is only good, it is saving lives of Israeli soldiers.' This is the first time the Israeli government has publicly acknowledged it is supporting armed groups in Gaza. The group in question is reportedly led by Yasser Abu Shabab, a local figure based in Rafah, and is believed to belong to a Bedouin tribe spread between Gaza and Egypt's Sinai region. A senior Israeli official told the Associated Press that the group Netanyahu referred to is known as the Popular Forces. Israeli newspaper Haaretz had earlier reported on it under a different name – the 'Anti-Terror Service' – and said it was made up of about 100 fighters operating with Israeli approval. In recent weeks, the Abu Shabab group claimed it was helping protect aid trucks heading to new distribution centres run by the US and Israel-supported Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF). However, humanitarian workers and local officials say these fighters have been involved in attacks on civilians and aid convoys. Chris Gunness, a former UN spokesperson, said Gaza's aid system had become a 'human abattoir', blaming the way aid was being handled. He said people were 'herded like animals' into distribution zones and then 'slaughtered like cattle'. Violence around aid points has increased sharply. Over the past week, at least 100 people have been killed while trying to collect food, with Israeli soldiers opening fire on four different occasions, according to Al Jazeera. The GHF shut operations for a day after widespread criticism, reopening only two centres later, without confirming when full aid delivery would resume. Meanwhile, Abu Shabab's group denies working with Israel. In a post online, it said, 'We have never been, and will never be, a tool of the occupation. Our weapons are old, and our people support us.' Hamas, which has governed Gaza for nearly two decades, said the group had 'chosen betrayal and theft as their path' and called on residents to resist them. It claimed it had proof of coordination between these armed men and Israeli forces, accusing them of making Gaza's humanitarian crisis worse. Hamas's political chief, Khalil al-Hayya, said in a statement that the group had not rejected a new ceasefire proposal from the US but had asked for changes to ensure an end to the war. Talks with international mediators were continuing, he added. Meanwhile, Israeli attacks continued across Gaza on Thursday. Health officials reported that at least 52 people were killed, including several children. Four journalists were also reportedly killed in a strike on al-Ahli Hospital in Gaza City. (With inputs from agencies)
India Today
an hour ago
- India Today
Disputes emerge in Mumbai housing societies over goat sacrifice on Bakri Eid
As Mumbai prepares to celebrate Eid-al-Adha on Saturday, several housing societies in the city are witnessing disputes over permissions to sacrifice al-Adha or Bakri Eid is celebrated by the Muslim community as the festival of sacrifice. On this day, people traditionally sacrifice animals such as goats, sheep, or camels, and distribute the meat among family, friends, and those in issues have arisen following the enforcement of Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) guidelines and growing objections from residents and neighbouring societies. On Thursday, the BMC's P South Ward office revoked the no-objection certificate (NOC) earlier granted to a housing society in Gokuldham, Goregaon East, after receiving objections from nearby civic body cited the presence of another slaughtering location within a 1-kilometre radius as the reason for the Priti Satam, who led a delegation to the BMC, said, 'In Satellite Society, Gokul Dham, permission was given for goat slaughter during Eid in open space. We met the ward officer and told him that you have given permission for slaughter in open space.'She added that the BMC acted according to its guidelines, which prohibit slaughter within 1 km of a religious structure or in an open space. 'We are thankful to BMC for respecting our religious sentiments. Festivals should be celebrated following guidelines,' Satam similar dispute reached the Bombay High Court after BMC denied permission to Maitri Society in Damodar Park, Ghatkopar West. The residents, who have been conducting sacrifices at the same location for years, approached the court. On Friday, the vacation bench directed the society to reapply for permission and instructed the BMC to decide on the application the same Kaif Mujawar, representing Maitri Society residents, said, 'We informed the honourable court that we have been getting permissions at the same location for past many years. Designated place for slaughtering is small and cramped. There is a limitation on number of goats that can be slaughtered there. Court has asked the society to reapply for the permission. We have faith in judiciary. In other cases, as per the guidelines even if there is a mosque nearby, permission is denied. Permissions once given are being revoked under political pressure.'In another case, a senior citizen from Kurla (W) filed a complaint alleging illegal animal slaughter in residential premises in Kurla's Naupada, citing hygiene per High Court directions, the BMC has issued guidelines specifying four categories of places where slaughtering is permitted upon obtaining an NOC — designated marketplaces, community spaces, privately owned premises, and housing if a community slaughtering space, including a religious one, is within 1 km walking distance from a housing society, then the NOC cannot be granted.
Time of India
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- Time of India
'Abuse of power': Trump admin slaps sanctions on ICC judges over Netanyahu arrest warrant
In a major move, the Trump administration slapped sanctions on four International Criminal Court judges involved in cases tied to Israel and the United States. The judges, Solomy Balungi Bossa (Uganda), Luz del Carmen Ibanez Carranza (Peru), Reine Alapini Gansou (Benin), and Beti Hohler (Slovenia), will face US entry bans and asset freezes under new measures announced by the State Department. Marco Rubio defended the move, calling the ICC actions 'illegitimate' and warning of overreach in prosecuting US and Israeli officials for alleged war crimes. Show more Show less
