World Report October 12: Sunday's top stories in 10 minutes
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Oct 12, 2025 Israel braces for the return of hostages as aid flows into Gaza during a ceasefire. Afghanistan reports deadly cross-border strikes, claiming to have killed Pakistani soldiers. Severe flooding in Mexico leads to loss of life and evacuations. The EU launches a new biometric entry-exit system for travelers. The long-serving president of Cameroon seeks reelection amid a fractured opposition. Night-time digs threaten historical sites in Canada, and Quebec aims to improve behavior at youth hockey games. Plus, a Canadian baseball team makes playoff history.
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Ceasefire Opens Humanitarian Window
- Israel and Gaza are at a pivotal moment as the ceasefire enables large-scale aid and hostage returns.
- The deal links phased aid increases to prisoner exchanges and could reshape humanitarian access if it holds.
Hostages Square Marks Waiting And Relief
- Crystal Gamansing reports from Tel Aviv where a clock in Hostages Square measures the painful wait since October 7.
- Thousands gathered and cheered ahead of the expected return of 48 hostages by noon the next day.
Border Claims Raise Risk Of Escalation
- Afghanistan claims cross-border strikes killed dozens amid mounting tensions with Pakistan.
- Pakistan had not confirmed casualties, underscoring the opacity and risk of escalation along the border.