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Gazans search for the remains of family, US strikes drug-smuggling boat

Oct 25, 2025
In a harrowing journey, Palestinians sift through the rubble of their destroyed homes, desperately searching for missing loved ones. Mahmoud Abu Nabhan's emotional account highlights the struggle to recover seven family members while still hoping to find his wife and children. Meanwhile, news from the West Bank reveals ongoing settler violence, exacerbating tensions. On the other side of the globe, US forces strike a drug-smuggling boat, marking a significant escalation with tragic casualties. Lastly, a teaser for True Crime Reports delves into a South Korean murder tied to media ethics.
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ANECDOTE

Family Search Amid Rubble

  • Mahmoud Abu Nabhan recovered the remains of seven family members while still searching for his wife and children.
  • He described their home being bombed ‘‘over the heads of the family’’ leaving many under the rubble.
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Makeshift Rebuilding Tactics

  • Palestinians are using improvised methods to restart daily life amid destroyed infrastructure.
  • Some families pitched tents over decommissioned Israeli armoured vehicles while services remain disrupted.
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Temporary Governance Plan

  • Hamas and other factions agreed to hand Gaza's administration to a temporary Palestinian committee.
  • The committee will manage daily life with Arab partners and international institutions based on transparency.
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