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Hamas Hands Over Remaining Hostages - Trump Declares Gaza War Over

Hamas handed over the last living hostages to Israel as part of a US brokered ceasefire while families grapple with the return of deceased captives and Israel signals aid restrictions if remains are not fully repatriated, leaving the truce fragile.

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15 days - Length of the U S government shutdown as of Oct 15 2025

Quote

"We will disarm them — perhaps violently" — Donald Trump

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Hamas Hands Over Remaining Hostages - Trump Declares Gaza War Over

A fragile ceasefire hinges on the handover of hostages and the return of bodies. Israel and Hamas completed transfers but disagreements over remains and aid threaten to unravel the deal. International pressure mounts as families demand answers.

Hamas Launches Violent Crackdown in Gaza

Power vacuums in Gaza are producing internal bloodletting as Hamas moves to reassert control. Reports show clashes with rival armed groups and a wave of purges and executions that threaten the ceasefire's stability.

Israel Mulls Aid Restrictions Over Delayed Hostage Handover

Aid access and border crossings are contested as Israel links humanitarian flows to hostage returns. Debates over Rafah, crossings, and restrictions could deepen civilian suffering and complicate reconstruction plans.

Senate Hawks Push Tomahawks for Ukraine

Debate in Washington and among NATO allies intensifies over supplying long range missiles to Kyiv. The discussion weighs political risk, military capability, and logistical limits as Europe and the US coordinate support.

Russia Slams Trump Warning on Economy

Moscow pushed back against US warnings and threats as transatlantic tensions mount. Belarusian and Russian allies warn of escalation risks if the West supplies long range weapons to Ukraine.

Supreme Court Hears Key Voting Rights Case

The Supreme Court is hearing high profile voting rights challenges that could reshape congressional maps. Analysts warn narrow rulings may shift House control and alter minority districting standards.

Shutdown Enters Stalemate as Airports Fear Delays

The partial federal shutdown stretches into a third week with repeated Senate defeats for stopgap bills. Critical services and announcements are delayed while political blame games intensify.

DHS Warns Cartels Offer Bounties on U.S. Agents

Homeland Security warns of cartel threats as local authorities respond to escalating immigration enforcement. Los Angeles moves to aid affected residents as clashes and legal fights play out.

US Strikes Suspected Drug Boat Off Venezuela

The US military has continued maritime strikes on vessels near Venezuela accused of narcotics trafficking, drawing regional scrutiny and questions about evidence and authority for lethal actions at sea.

Trump Threatens Cooking Oil Embargo Over China's Soybean Snub

Trade friction with China escalates as the White House threatens targeted bans and both sides impose port fees. Agricultural exports and maritime shipping have become new fronts in the US China dispute.

US Revokes Visas Over Charlie Kirk Remarks

The State Department revoked multiple visas after foreign social posts about the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The moves are part of the administration's broader response to international reactions to the killing.

Trump Hosts Milei as US Prepares $20bn Bailout

President Trump hosted Argentina's Javier Milei as Washington finalizes a multibillion dollar lifeline. The aid is politically linked to Milei's electoral fortunes and signals expanded US engagement in Latin America.

Prosecutors Ousted After Refusal to Follow Pressure

Prosecutorial shakeups and political pressure inside the Justice Department have prompted removals and oversight fights. Republicans on Capitol Hill are demanding testimony from former special counsel Jack Smith.

Supreme Court Rejects Alex Jones Appeal

The Supreme Court rejected appeals and faced internal criticism over handling misconduct and high profile cases. The rulings and dissents highlight continuing tensions within the bench and public scrutiny.

NATO Bolsters Defences After Russian Air Incursions

NATO and European governments are reinforcing air defenses and exploring drone countermeasures amid increased Russian airspace probes. Allies are coordinating on new deterrence postures to protect borders and infrastructure.

Gold Tops $4,200 as Trade Tensions and Fed Bets Roil Markets

Markets react to trade tensions, Fed signals and safe haven flows. Gold surged to new highs while central bank commentary and IMF updates shaped investor expectations for rate cuts and growth.

ASML CFO Dismisses China Stockpiling Link

Chip equipment maker ASML reported solid results but warned of a looming China sales decline, reflecting geopolitical export controls and shifting AI demand. The semiconductor supply chain faces new strategic uncertainty.

Feds Seize $15B in Bitcoin From Scam Network

Authorities in the US and UK seized historic sums of cryptocurrency from alleged international fraud operations. The operation signals coordinated global efforts to disrupt large scale crypto scam networks.

Storm Devastates Two Alaskan Villages Thousands Displaced

Severe storms and a volcanic eruption disrupted communities across multiple regions. Alaska and Mexico endured devastating flooding while Indonesia raised its eruption alert after a major ash plume.

Florida Executes 'Deacon of Death' for 1996 Murders

States carried out multiple capital punishment cases this week as courts exhausted appeals. The executions reignited debates over death penalty use and procedural fairness across jurisdictions.

Judge Freezes Miami Land Transfer for Trump Library

Courts temporarily blocked the planned downtown Miami land transfer for President Trump's presidential library amid legal challenges. Judges froze transactions while reviews proceed, delaying the project.

Defense Secretary Tightens Pentagon Press Rules

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth imposed new Pentagon press rules that media organizations are refusing to sign. Major outlets warned the policy would curb reporting and several networks publicly declined to comply.

ChatGPT Will Soon Allow Erotica for Verified Adults

OpenAI signaled a major content policy shift that will allow erotica for verified adults in ChatGPT as it seeks to balance safety and utility. The move sparked debate over moderation, verification, and product positioning.

CDC Cuts Leave Agency Shrunken and Strained

Government layoffs have shrunk public health capacity while the shutdown delayed key beneficiary announcements. Analysts warn reduced CDC staffing and delayed Social Security cost adjustments will impair services.