Source: TOI Context: U.S. President Donald Trump ordered airstrikes on Houthi rebel-held areas in Yemen, resulting in 31 deaths, including civilians. About Yemen: Location: Southwestern corner of the Arabian Peninsula, strategically positioned at the entrance of the Red Sea. Capital: Neighbouring Countries: Saudi Arabia (North) and Oman (East). Borders the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 30 September 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Source: News18 Context: Israel’s military says it has launched a series of air raids on Houthi targets in Yemen, further heightening fears of a wider regional conflict in the wake of intensified Israeli attacks on Gaza and Lebanon. Places in news: Ras Isa: A strategic port on the Red Sea coast of Yemen, primarily known for …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: LM Context: The Houthi rebels hijacked the India-bound cargo ship Galaxy Leader in the Red Sea, claiming it was Israeli. However, the Israeli government denied the claim, stating the ship is owned by a British company and operated by a Japanese firm. The incident marks an escalation in the …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: International Relations. Context: Iran has offered its support for a ceasefire plan put forward by rebels it backs in Yemen’s war, saying it could be an “appropriate platform” for ending the conflict. The Houthi rebels have announced the proposal and offered peace talks on condition Saudi Arabia stops its …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: International Relations. Context: The Houthi rebels of Yemen have claimed responsibility for the suspected drone attack in Abu Dhabi recently, which killed three people, including two Indians. What’s the issue? One of the Arab world’s poorest countries, Yemen has been devastated by a near seven-year civil war, which …
