Tensions in India's Manipur state have escalated, leading to mass violence and the death of one man. The fighting is between two ethnic groups, the Kuki and the Meitei, and has resulted in the displacement of thousands of people. The Bnei Menashe, an ethnic group claiming descent from Jews, are part of the Kuki group and have faced discrimination and violence in the region for some time. The conflict stems from the Meitei demand for Scheduled Tribe status, which has caused tension with the Kuki community. The Bnei Menashe have called on the Israeli government to speed up immigration for those wishing to make Aliyah.