Air India flight AI139, flying from Delhi to Tel Aviv, was diverted to Abu Dhabi after a missile strike occurred near Tel Aviv airport on Sunday. The Boeing 787 was about an hour away from landing when the incident prompted the diversion while it was in Jordanian airspace. Consequently, the return flight from Tel Aviv to Delhi has been cancelled.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar criticizes European nations for their inconsistent stances on global issues. He emphasizes India’s need for partners rather than those who preach without practicing. Jaishankar highlights Europe’s need for a reality check. He recalls past statements on managing relations with China. He also points out the EU’s contrasting responses to the Russia-Ukraine war and India-Pakistan tensions.

The All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen supremo also flayed Pakistan army chief General Asim Munir over his “recent anti-India rhetoric”.