US leader tells Israel it ‘must immediately stop’ bombing Gaza, says he believes Hamas is ‘ready for a lasting peace’.

Palestinian group says it is ready to release all Israeli captives held in Gaza after US president issues ultimatum.

Space agencies say the comet, 3I/ATLAS, poses no danger, despite viral conspiracy claims.

Union says more than two million took to the streets Friday, with massive turnout expected tomorrow for Rome protests.

These were the updates from Israel’s war on Gaza on Friday, October 3, 2025.

Communications blackout and deadly clashes grip the region as protesters present 38 demands to the government.

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth accused the boat of ‘trafficking narcotics’ and pledged to continue the air strikes.

The official objects to changes made to the US 20-point Gaza war plan, saying it deviates from the original draft.

Hamas has responded positively to Trump’s Gaza peace proposal, but differences remain.
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Israel says it has deported four Italian citizens from the flotilla and is preparing to deport the rest of the activists
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