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India urges citizens in Israel to stay vigilant after preemptive strikes hit Iran, helpline issued.
Amid escalating Israel-Iran conflict, India's Embassy in Tel Aviv issued an urgent advisory on February 28, 2026. Indian nationals in Israel must exercise utmost caution, remain vigilant, follow local safety protocols, and stay near protected spaces. Emergency 24x7 helpline: +972-54-7520711 or email [email protected]. Sirens blare across Israel as retaliation fears rise post-explosions in Tehran.
“We remind the two-billion-strong Ummah that this Arab Muslim people, who have been resisting for over 70 years, are facing genocide, starvation, and displacement before your eyes. What will you say to your Lord?”
—Abu Obaida
The US has intensified airstrikes on Saada and Ma’rib following President Trump’s announcement of "decisive and forceful" military action against the Houthis. He vowed an "overwhelming" response, citing disruptions to global trade.
US and Israel Seek to Resettle Displaced Palestinians from Gaza in African Countries
The Associated Press has revealed secret efforts by the United States and Israel to engage with three East African countries , Sudan, Somalia, and Somaliland to explore the possibility of using their territories as potential sites to resettle Palestinians if they are displaced from the Gaza Strip.
Despite international outcry, with many condemning the plan as a blatant violation of international laws and human rights, American and Israeli officials speaking on condition of anonymity confirmed that these discussions began last month, shortly after US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu introduced their proposal regarding Gaza.
Reactions from the concerned countries:
Sudan: Despite its newly established diplomatic ties with Israel following the Abraham Accords in 2020, the Sudanese government reportedly rejected the idea outright, according to Sudanese officials.
Somalia: The Somali government stated that it had not received any official communication on the matter, reaffirming its unwavering support for the Palestinian cause.
Somaliland: Authorities in the self-declared republic denied any knowledge of talks about hosting Palestinians, although the US appeared to be leveraging Somaliland's desire for international recognition.
Global responses:
While Jordan's Foreign Ministry welcomed Trump’s apparent backtracking from forced displacement plans for Gaza residents, Human Rights Watch condemned the scheme, calling it "a grotesque and immoral act" and warning of the dire humanitarian consequences of such policies.
What’s next?
So far, these US-Israeli efforts seem to have made little progress, as Palestinians continue to resist leaving their land despite reported offers of economic incentives and political support to the African nations involved.
The celebration for the champions was different in India and the UAE as India won the Champions Trophy 2025
Communal clashes erupted in Mhow, 25 km from Indore, late Sunday during celebrations of India’s Championship Trophy victory. The tension rose when a victory rally near Jama Masjid allegedly shouted prohibited slogans and burst firecrackers, triggering a reaction during Taraweeh prayers. Police used lathicharge and teargas to contain arson and stone-pelting.