Al Jazeera News Updates Captive remains return to Israel, Sudan's army withdraws from Darfur
Oct 28, 2025
This update highlights the return of a captive's remains to Israel, marking a significant moment in the ongoing tensions. The discussion includes controversial findings regarding the investigation into Shireen Abu Akleh's death, sparking debate over bias in reporting. On a different front, the Sudanese army's unexpected withdrawal from Darfur adds turmoil to the region. Finally, there's a looming threat from Category 5 Hurricane Melissa as it approaches Jamaica, with potential for devastating impacts.
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Generational Impact On Gaza Families
- The war in Gaza has created vast, multi-generational loss with at least 17,000 children orphaned.
- One couple in northern Gaza now cares for 36 grandchildren after their parents were killed.
Prisoner Remains Exchanged In Ceasefire Phase
- Israel received another body of a captive from the Red Cross after Hamas handed it over.
- The exchange is part of a US-brokered first-phase deal returning Palestinian remains for Israeli bodies.
Veteran Officer Challenges Official Probe
- Retired US Colonel Steve Gubovich criticized the State Department probe into Shireen Abu Akleh's killing.
- He said the report favored Israel despite evidence of an Israeli soldier deliberately shooting her.