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Food aid and shelter in short supply in Gaza, US strikes in the Caribbean

Oct 25, 2025
Shortages of food aid and shelter in Gaza take center stage, with eyewitness accounts revealing family tragedies from recent strikes. A potential shift in governance also arises as Hamas and Palestinian factions discuss forming a committee to manage daily services post-ceasefire. Meanwhile, the US escalates its naval operations against drug smuggling in the Caribbean, detailing recent strikes and the impressive capabilities of the USS Gerald R. Ford carrier group. These urgent global issues highlight the ongoing struggles faced by many.
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ANECDOTE

Family Search Amid Rubble

  • Mahmoud Abou Nabhan recovered several family members from the ruins of his home after an attack.
  • He continues searching for his wife and children amid collapsed buildings and casualties under the rubble.
INSIGHT

Temporary Gaza Administration Plan

  • Hamas and other Palestinian factions agreed to hand Gaza's administration to a temporary Palestinian committee of independent specialists.
  • The committee will manage daily life and basic services in coordination with Arab partners and international institutions.
INSIGHT

US Carrier Sent To Caribbean

  • The US deployed its most advanced aircraft carrier to the Caribbean to target alleged drug-smuggling vessels.
  • US strikes have hit multiple boats since September, killing at least 43 people according to the report.
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