Al Jazeera News Updates Israel returns bodies of Palestinians, US government shut down continues
Nov 5, 2025
Zora Mamdani, the newly elected mayor of New York City and a historic figure as its first Muslim mayor, shares insights from her campaign that challenged a political dynasty. She emphasizes the power of voters to shape the future. The podcast also covers the recent exchange of Palestinian and Israeli bodies amid a fragile ceasefire, updates on the enduring US government shutdown, and the devastating impact of Typhoon Kalmagi in the Philippines, highlighting the interconnectedness of global events.
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Bodies Exchanged Under Ceasefire Terms
- Israel returned 15 Palestinian bodies in exchange for one Israeli-American soldier handed over by Hamas.
- Hamas pledged to return all remaining captives' bodies under last month's ceasefire deal.
Recovery Hampered By Destruction
- Search teams are trying to locate remains of seven Israeli captives believed under Gaza rubble.
- The Red Cross and other groups warn destruction is making recovery increasingly difficult.
Sudan Army Rejects Ceasefire Demand
- Sudan's army rejected ceasefire calls after the RSF seized El Fasher, killing thousands.
- The defence minister said the army will continue fighting despite a US-proposed truce being discussed.