SaralnamaThe UN humanitarian chief asked Israel to open more Gaza crossings for aid. Israel warned it may limit supplies due to Hamas delays in returning hostage bodies. The Rafah crossing stayed closed. Gazans are stockpiling food as prices rise by 30%. Hamas promised to return two more bodies. The UN chief said withholding aid is not a bargaining chip. Reports of Hamas executing Palestinians sparked fear. US urged Hamas to stop violence and follow Trump's peace plan. Mediators met in Egypt to keep the ceasefire on track. Israel identified 3 of 4 bodies returned by Hamas. Israel has released 90 Palestinian bodies so far. To help, donate to trusted aid groups working in Gaza. (Updated 16 Oct 2025, 00:07 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- The UN humanitarian chief asked Israel to open more Gaza crossings for aid
- Israel warned it may limit supplies due to Hamas delays in returning hostage bodies
- The Rafah crossing stayed closed