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2024 was the deadliest year for humanitarian workers, with 385 killed globally. In 2025, at least 265 have already died amid escalating conflicts in Gaza, Myanmar, and Sudan. The UN and aid organizations are calling for increased protection and accountability for attacks on aid personnel.
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A scaffolding collapse at a church in Arerti, Ethiopia, during a Virgin Mary festival has resulted in at least 36 deaths and over 200 injuries. The incident occurred early Wednesday morning, with rescue efforts ongoing amid concerns that the death toll may rise. The accident highlights ongoing safety issues in Ethiopia's construction sector.
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The EU plans to resume its civilian mission at the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt to support a US-brokered ceasefire. The mission, involving police from Italy, Spain, and France, aims to facilitate border crossings and support peace efforts amid ongoing negotiations and recent Israeli and Hamas prisoner releases. The move follows a series of diplomatic developments and ceasefire milestones.
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Israel has identified one of two bodies from the Gaza conflict, with the second still being processed. The ceasefire and aid efforts continue amid disputes over the return of remains and hostages. Israel threatens to keep the Rafah crossing closed until Hamas fulfills its commitments. The situation remains tense and unresolved as negotiations proceed.
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Leavitt and other Trump allies have made inflammatory claims about Democrats' support for Hamas and Palestinians, amid ongoing tensions over Israel-Gaza conflict. Leavitt accused Democrats of harboring antisemitism and supporting terrorists, while critics argue her remarks distort facts and escalate political division. The story highlights the polarized discourse surrounding the conflict.
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As of November 2, 2025, Israel received coffins from Hamas via the Red Cross, claiming they contain remains of three hostages. This follows previous false returns, straining the US-brokered ceasefire. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu accused Hamas of ceasefire violations amid ongoing clashes and airstrikes in Gaza, while Hamas blames Israel for delays and insufficient US enforcement.
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Since the ceasefire began on October 10, Hamas has returned 20 hostages and remains in negotiations over the return of bodies and detainees. Israel has received some remains for identification, but forensic challenges and ongoing violence complicate the process amid continued conflict and casualties in Gaza.
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Since the Gaza ceasefire began on October 10, Hamas has released some hostages and remains, but recent exchanges have been marred by disputes over the authenticity of remains. Israel and Hamas continue to exchange bodies amid ongoing violence and accusations of deception, complicating the fragile truce.
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Under a US-brokered ceasefire, Hamas has returned the bodies of 23 deceased Israeli captives, including five from the October 7 attack. The process remains slow, with six bodies still under Gaza rubble. Israel and Hamas continue negotiations amid ongoing tensions and violence.
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Since October 10, Hamas has handed over the remains of 24 deceased Israeli captives, including one identified as Israeli soldier Meny Godard. The process follows a US-brokered ceasefire, with Israel releasing Palestinian prisoners in exchange. Both sides cite delays due to Gaza's destruction and burial conditions.
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Since the ceasefire began on October 10, 2025, the Gaza Health Ministry reports that 315 bodies have been exchanged between Israel and Hamas. The latest exchange involved the return of a hostage's body, with ongoing efforts to recover remains and confirm the identities of the bodies handed over.
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Recent updates confirm that the remains of two hostages, Israeli police officer Ran Gvili and Thai national Sudthisak Rinthalak, are still in Gaza. Despite ongoing searches and negotiations facilitated by the Red Cross, Hamas has not officially announced plans to return any hostages or remains, amid complex military and diplomatic efforts. The situation remains tense as Israel and Gaza continue negotiations under a fragile ceasefire, with efforts focused on recovering all bodies and hostages.