Hamas has accused Israel of multiple violations of the ceasefire in Gaza, claiming that Israeli attacks have killed at least 46 Palestinians and injured over 130 since the truce was implemented. Half of the victims are reportedly children, women, and the elderly, including the entire Abu Shaban family. Hamas described these violations as deliberate targeting of civilians and an effort to undermine the ceasefire. The organization also claims Israel continues to block essential supplies such as food, medical equipment, and construction materials, while delaying the release of women and underage prisoners. Despite the challenges, Hamas says it remains fully committed to the truce and calls on mediators to ensure Israel adheres to the agreement. The ceasefire was brokered on October 10 as part of a phased U.S.-proposed plan, including prisoner exchanges and Gaza reconstruction.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt will remain closed until further notice, sparking concern over the fragile ceasefire in the besieged Palestinian territory. According to reports, Israel has violated the truce 47 times since it was declared, resulting in the deaths of at least 38 Palestinians. Despite the ceasefire, Israeli forces continue military activities in areas such as Shejaiya, al-Tuffah, and Khan Younis, while Palestinians are still barred from Beit Lahia and Beit Hanoun. Netanyahu claimed the border cannot reopen because Hamas has yet to return the bodies of all Israeli hostages. Palestinian groups argue the decision breaches the ceasefire agreement, which included reopening Rafah and allowing humanitarian aid to enter Gaza. Hamas warned that continued border closures could delay the handover of hostages’ remains, further complicating the already strained truce.

Israel has resumed airstrikes on Gaza, breaking the recently established ceasefire agreement, according to reports from Al Jazeera. The attacks targeted Rafah and several areas in southern Gaza, following what Israeli sources described as “exchanges of fire” with Hamas fighters. Israeli media claimed the strikes were a response to “terrorist activities” in Rafah, where two Israeli soldiers were reportedly killed in a vehicle explosion. Meanwhile, Hamas issued a statement rejecting recent U.S. accusations that it was preparing new attacks, calling the allegations “a reflection of Israeli propaganda.” The group accused Israel of arming criminal gangs involved in looting aid trucks and attacking civilians, saying such crimes are already documented by Israeli media. Hamas urged the U.S. to stop echoing Israeli narratives and to pressure Tel Aviv to uphold the ceasefire. The statement reaffirmed Hamas’s commitment to protecting Palestinian civilians and maintaining stability in Gaza.

Just eight days after a ceasefire took effect, Israel launched a deadly attack in Gaza, killing 11 members of the Abu Shahban family, including seven children and three women. The assault occurred in Gaza City’s Zeitoun area, where an Israeli tank shell struck their civilian vehicle as they were returning home to assess damage. Gaza’s Civil Defense reported that two children remain missing, likely dismembered by the explosion. The attack has drawn condemnation from Hamas, which labeled it a “massacre” and urged international mediators, including U.S. President Donald Trump, to pressure Israel to respect the ceasefire. Gaza’s media office further revealed that at least 38 Palestinians have been killed since the prisoner exchange began, while essential aid such as food and medicine remains severely restricted. This renewed violence threatens to derail fragile truce efforts and deepen the ongoing humanitarian crisis.

A missile attack struck an oil tanker off the coast of Yemen in the Gulf of Aden on Saturday, igniting a massive fire aboard the vessel, according to the British military’s United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) center. The incident occurred about 210 kilometers east of Aden while the ship, sailing under the flag of Cameroon, was en route from Sohar, Oman, to Djibouti. Maritime security firm Ambrey reported that the crew issued a distress call from about 60 nautical miles south of Yemen’s Ahwar coast, with rescue operations currently underway. Although the Houthi rebels have not claimed responsibility, the attack follows a series of similar strikes on Israel-linked ships in the Red Sea. Ambrey noted that the targeted tanker was not among the vessels usually attacked by the Houthis. Investigations into the cause and source of the missile are ongoing.

An Iranian news agency, Mehr, has reported that hacker collective Handala has released the identities and personal information of 17 senior Israeli military scientists. The group described this act as an “unprecedented leak,” claiming these individuals—both men and women—are the core architects of Israel’s “Zionist war machine.” According to Handala, the scientists are not unknown employees but designers of weapons that have caused immense suffering and death among innocent civilians. The hackers published the confidential details as part of what they call a campaign for accountability and resistance against Israeli military aggression. As of now, Israeli authorities have made no official comment, and the authenticity of the leaked information has not been independently verified. The revelation has drawn significant attention amid ongoing cyber confrontations linked to the Israel–Iran conflict.

Pakistan and Afghanistan have extended their ceasefire ahead of peace talks between their official representatives, scheduled to begin in Doha, Qatar, on October 18. The move comes after a series of deadly clashes and airstrikes, including Pakistan’s October 9 strike in Kabul that killed TTP leader Noor Wali Mehsud and several other top commanders. Retaliatory attacks by Afghan forces on Pakistani border posts between October 11 and 14 left more than 200 Taliban fighters and 23 Pakistani soldiers dead. After an initial 48-hour ceasefire on October 15, airstrikes in Kandahar and Paktika killed nearly 50 people and injured over 150. Following this escalation, both nations have agreed to extend the ceasefire to allow peace talks to continue and prevent further civilian casualties.

Pakistan and Afghanistan’s Taliban government are set to hold high-level talks in Doha, with Qatar mediating efforts to resolve growing tensions over cross-border militant activity. The meeting aims to address Pakistan’s security concerns about Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and other groups allegedly operating from Afghan soil. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Islamabad is ready for dialogue if Kabul shows sincerity in curbing terrorism. Both sides recently agreed to a 48-hour ceasefire after deadly clashes along the border left several casualties. Pakistan warned its patience is wearing thin, accusing India of backing recent attacks. Doha and Riyadh have stepped in to defuse tensions, as Pakistan maintains that further hostilities could resume unless Kabul takes concrete action against militants. Border crossings at Torkham and Chaman remain closed, heightening fears of wider conflict.

Hamas, the Palestinian resistance movement, has stated that it cannot immediately return the bodies of the remaining hostages due to the absence of specialized machinery needed to remove rubble caused by Israeli airstrikes. Many of the bodies are reportedly trapped inside destroyed tunnels or buried beneath collapsed buildings. The group emphasized its commitment to the Gaza agreement and its willingness to hand over all hostages’ remains but blamed Israel for the delay, saying the necessary equipment is being blocked from entering Gaza. Last Monday, Hamas returned 20 living hostages along with the bodies of four deceased hostages. The Red Cross confirmed that 45 Palestinians who died in Israeli custody were also returned to Gaza. Israel and Hamas had agreed to implement the first phase of a U.S. peace plan, which included transferring all remaining hostages, but delays have led Israel to limit humanitarian aid and postpone reopening the Rafah border crossing.

As a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas takes effect, displaced Palestinians are cautiously returning to their homes in Gaza, including areas like Jabalia, Sheikh Radwan, and Abu Iskandar. Amid the rubble, many are discovering unexploded Israeli “explosive robots,” which remain silent but highly dangerous. First deployed in Jabalia refugee camp in May 2024, these armored, remote-controlled vehicles filled with explosives have caused widespread destruction in northern Gaza, destroying hundreds of residential buildings daily. Civil defense officials report that the blast radius can reach up to 500 meters, leaving severe infrastructural damage. Survivors recount terrifying experiences of being buried under rubble within seconds of explosions. Human rights monitors have condemned the use of such weapons in densely populated areas as “war crimes and crimes against humanity.” Health experts warn that toxic gases and heavy metal smoke released from explosions are causing severe respiratory and neurological problems among the affected population.

On October 15, 2025, President Donald Trump confirmed that he has authorized the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) to conduct covert operations within Venezuela. This decision follows a series of U.S. military strikes in the Caribbean targeting vessels allegedly involved in drug trafficking, resulting in at least 27 fatalities. Trump cited two primary reasons for the authorization: the release of prisoners into the United States and the influx of drugs from Venezuela. While he did not specify if the CIA's mandate includes actions against President Nicolás Maduro, the U.S. has offered a $50 million reward for information leading to his arrest. In response, Venezuela has appealed to the United Nations Security Council, labeling the U.S. strikes as illegal and a violation of its sovereignty. The situation has led to heightened tensions, with both nations mobilizing military forces in the region.

Tensions are rising as Russia issues a stark warning over the U.S. decision to supply 50 Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine. The European Union welcomed Washington’s move, but Moscow cautioned that such actions could trigger catastrophic consequences. Dmitry Medvedev, deputy head of Russia’s Security Council, hinted at a possible nuclear response, stressing there is no clear distinction between nuclear and conventional Tomahawks. Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko echoed similar fears, claiming the move could mark the beginning of nuclear war. Meanwhile, Poland urged stronger European defenses and long-term support for Ukraine, calling inaction “irresponsible.” The U.K. announced a £600 million investment to expand drone production for Kyiv, having already supplied over 85,000 military drones. NATO members are also reportedly discussing how to treat any Russian aircraft violating allied airspace as legitimate targets, underscoring growing fears of direct confrontation between Moscow and the Western alliance.

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that Israel could resume military operations in Gaza if Hamas fails to comply with the terms of the ceasefire agreement. In an interview with CNN, Trump said the situation involving Hamas “will be resolved very soon,” emphasizing that if Hamas refuses to disarm, Israel has his permission to “go back to the streets” and “crush them completely.” Trump also claimed that he has personally held Israel back from further attacks so far. According to Trump, the immediate priority is the release of 20 Israeli hostages, while Hamas must return the bodies of the deceased and surrender its weapons as promised. Meanwhile, Hamas’ military wing, the Qassam Brigades, said they have already handed over all living captives and recoverable bodies, though more time and equipment are needed to locate the rest. The current truce, brokered in late September, remains fragile.

Following several days of fierce cross-border clashes, Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to a 48-hour ceasefire beginning Wednesday evening (October 15) at 6 p.m. local time. The decision, confirmed by Islamabad, aims to de-escalate one of the deadliest confrontations between the two neighbors in recent years. Pakistan stated that Afghanistan requested the ceasefire, though Kabul has yet to comment publicly. Earlier, Pakistan claimed it killed dozens of Afghan security personnel and militants during overnight operations, while destroying several Afghan tanks and military posts. In retaliation, Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid reported that their forces destroyed a Pakistani border post and captured a tank. Tensions have been high as Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of sheltering militant groups responsible for terrorist attacks within its borders—a claim the Taliban government denies. Both sides have now pledged to pursue dialogue to find a peaceful and lasting resolution to the border crisis.

China has vowed to “fight till the end” in its trade war with the United States after President Donald Trump announced a new 100% tariff on Chinese imports. The statement, released by China’s Ministry of Commerce on October 14, came in response to Trump’s recent social media post threatening broader export controls on critical software starting November 1. The tensions were further inflamed after China limited exports of rare earth minerals. The trade escalation has shaken global markets and cast uncertainty over a possible meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and South Korean officials. Beijing reiterated that it remains open to dialogue but warned Washington against combining talks with threats. Despite the disputes, China’s exports grew by 8.3% in September, with shipments to the U.S. rising to $34.3 billion. The tariff conflict continues to dominate discussions at the IMF and World Bank meetings.