Israel-Palestine War: Over 250 killed in rocket attack, Israel gets international support | What we know so far
Joe Biden assured "rock solid" support for Israel and decried terrorist attacks by Palestinian militant group Hamas, with an announcement on US military aid anticipated soon. 5) India's Representative Office to Palestine on Saturday asked all Indian nationals in Ramallah to directly contact the office in case of emergency or if any assistance is needed while providing a 24-hour emergency helpline.
6) India has also issued an advisory for its nationals in Israel and asked them to remain vigilant and observe safety protocols. 7) Israel will stop supplying electricity, fuel and goods to Gaza, according to a statement from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office Saturday night.
8) Airlines canceled more than 80 flights to and from Tel Aviv by Saturday evening — roughly 14% of all flights scheduled — because of the unprecedented attack in Israel by the militant group Hamas, according to FlightAware. 9) The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington announced the opening of an Israel Crisis Fund, saying it was ready to help meet the urgent needs of Israelis after “the largest terrorist attack on Israel since the Yom Kippur War." 10) Hagari confirmed ongoing hostage situations in the towns of Ofakim and Beeri.
Earlier, both the Israeli military and Hamas confirmed that some Israelis had been captured and taken hostage. (With inputs from agencies)"Exciting news! Mint is now on WhatsApp Channels
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