Donald Trump, the president of the US, expressed optimism about reaching a trade agreement with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit on Wednesday. On Thursday, the leaders are scheduled to meet on the APEC summit’s sidelines.
Published On 29 Oct 2025
Palestinians in Gaza have experienced the deadliest 24 hours since the start of the United States-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hamas went into effect almost three weeks ago.
Israel killed more than 100 people, including 46 children, in attacks late on Tuesday and on Wednesday. Medical sources told Al Jazeera the strikes hit all over Gaza.
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This adds to dozens of previous ceasefire violations with a rocky outlook ahead. Let’s take a look at where things stand:
The Israeli military said by noon on Wednesday that it was returning to the ceasefire in line with instructions from the political leadership but remained ready to attack again if necessary.
It said it hit more than 30 targets in the besieged enclave, claiming that the targets were “terrorists in command positions within terror organisations”.
But as more residential buildings were flattened by the Israeli bombs, at least 18 members of the same family in central Gaza, including children, parents and grandparents, were among the victims.
Civil Defence teams once again had to use small tools and their hands to dig in the rubble of bombed areas to search for survivors and the dead. Several tents belonging to displaced Palestinian families were also targeted.
According to Gaza’s Ministry of Health, at least 68,643 people have been killed and 170,655 wounded since the start of Israel’s genocidal war in October 2023.
On Tuesday, Israel announced that the body of a captive transferred from Gaza by Hamas through the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) did not match one of the 13 to be handed over as part of the ceasefire.
Israeli forensic analysts determined that the remains belonged to Ofir Tzarfati, who was taken to Gaza during the Hamas-led attacks on southern Israel on October 7, 2023, and whose partial remains were recovered in November of the same year.
Israeli officials reacted furiously, especially far-right ministers in the coalition government who are against stopping the war on Gaza and want Hamas “destroyed”. An organisation run by the families of the captives also expressed outrage and demanded action.
A short time later, the Qassam Brigades, Hamas’s armed wing, said it would hand over the remains of an Israeli captive at 8pm (18:00 GMT), but it held off after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered “powerful strikes” on Gaza.
Heavy gunfire and explosions were also heard in the southern city of Rafah. Israel alleged this was an attack by Hamas fighters, something Hamas rejected.
Israel also accused the Palestinian group of “staging” the recovery of a captive’s remains after showing footage purportedly of Hamas fighters burying a body before calling in the ICRC.
The ICRC said its personnel “were not aware that a deceased person had been placed there prior to their arrival”.
As part of the agreement, which entered into force on October 10, Hamas handed over all remaining 20 living captives held in Gaza within several days.
The group has also handed over the remains of 15 deceased Israeli captives as part of the deal with 13 others remaining unrecovered or undelivered.
Israel has allowed some humanitarian aid into Gaza, but supplies have been well below the 600 trucks a day specified in the ceasefire, a level that is required to help the famine-stricken population.
Israel has also prevented tents and mobile homes from entering the enclave but has let some heavy machinery enter to search for the remains of its captives.
After all the remains are handed over, a second phase of the ceasefire could potentially enter into force, allowing the deployment of an international stabilisation force and the reconstruction of Gaza.
Israeli officials have repeatedly stressed that they will not allow the formation of a sovereign Palestinian state and have been advancing with a plan to illegally annex the occupied West Bank despite international criticism.
Hamas has accused Israel of fabricating “false pretexts” to renew aggression in Gaza.
Before the attacks over the past day, Hamas said Israel had carried out at least 125 violations.
Since October 10, the Health Ministry in Gaza said, at least 211 Palestinians have been killed and 597 wounded in Israeli attacks while 482 bodies have been recovered.
Hamas has also accused Israel of obstructing efforts to recover the bodies of the captives while using the same bodies as an excuse to claim noncompliance.
It pointed out that Israel has prevented enough heavy machinery from entering Gaza to recover the remains and has prevented search teams from accessing key areas.
The Qassam Brigades said its fighters have recovered the bodies of two more deceased captives, Amiram Cooper and Sahar Baruch, during search operations conducted on Tuesday.
Hamas and other Palestinian factions have said they are prepared to hand over administration of Gaza to a technocratic Palestinian body while maintaining that armed resistance is a result of decades-long occupation and apartheid by Israel.
Since the start of the war, civilians have been the main casualties of Israel’s war on Gaza.
They have been disproportionately targeted, as they were in the latest overnight attacks, and have also seen Gaza’s infrastructure and means of living destroyed by bombs and invading Israeli forces.
Because nowhere in Gaza is fully safe, Palestinians underwent another day of panic that the Israeli attacks could be extended.
Israeli warplanes and reconnaissance aircraft continued to hover over the enclave.
The US has repeatedly expressed support for Israel despite its ceasefire violations, emphasising Israel’s right to defend itself.
President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the ceasefire “is not in jeopardy” despite the strikes.
Published On 29 Oct 2025
Trump, who was traveling from Japan to South Korea, told reporters on Wednesday on Air Force One that “if you read it, it’s pretty clear. I’m not permitted to run, I say. It’s too bad”.
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The president made the remarks after declaring that he would “love to do it” and would not rule out a third term in office.
Presidents are only allowed to serve two terms under the US Constitution’s 22nd Amendment, and Trump just started his second in January.
A decade-long process that would require winning over states and congressional votes would be required to change that with a new amendment.
Former Trump strategist Steve Bannon announced last week that an “plan” was being developed to allow the 79-year-old president to run for re-election.
On Tuesday, House Speaker Mike Johnson claimed to have discussed the issue with Trump and that staying in the White House would be impossible for him.
“It’s been a great run,” Johnson said, “but I think the president is aware of the limitations of the constitution, which he and I have discussed.”
Trump’s description of the third-term ban on third terms was less definite, and he avoided characterizing it in his conversation with Johnson.
He said on Wednesday, “I guess I’m not allowed to run, based on what I read.” We’ll see what happens, so hold on.
Trump, who ran for president from 2017 to 2021, recently adorned a desk with the slogan “Trump 2028” with red hats.
According to popular opinion, Vice President JD Vance and Trump could run for president in 2028.
When questioned about a plan to run for vice president and then work for himself in the presidency, he responded that it was “too cute.”
Published On 29 Oct 2025
The rain in Canberra caused the tourists to bat for less than half of their total overs, putting them up for 97 for one in the first Twenty20 match between Australia and India.
When the first of a five-match series was stopped for the second and final time on Wednesday after 9.4 overs, Shubman Gill was 37 not out and Suryakumar Yadav was 39.
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When the rain finally ended play for the first time, and India opener Abhishek Sharma was left 18 overs, the match was reduced to a toe-toe-end of a Nathan Ellis delivery to Tim David mid-off for 19 when drizzle brought the match to an end.
Before the rain reappears over the Australian capital once more, Gill and Yadav at least provided some entertainment for the Manuka Oval crowd by smashing 54 runs in 4.4 overs.
After posting a consolation win in the final game of the one-day international series on Saturday, India were hoping to keep the momentum going.
On Friday, Melbourne Cricket Ground will host the second T20 match of the series.
After recovering from a quadriceps injury sustained in the ODI series, all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy was forced out of the first three T20s after suffering neck spasms.
Since Brendan Rodgers resigned as Celtic manager on Monday, several candidates have emerged as the Northern Irishman’s long-term successor.
Celtic moved quickly to appoint former manager Martin O’Neill as interim boss – 20 years after his first stint in charge of the Glasgow club ended.
Sunday’s 3-1 defeat at table-toppers Hearts was Celtic’s second successive Premiership loss, leaving them eight points adrift in second place, while they have won just two of their last seven matches across all competitions.
O’Neill, 73, has played down suggestions he could take up the job on a full-time basis – insisting he is just “keeping the seat warm”.
Several candidates have already started to emerge for the position, including some names that have strong links to Parkhead.
Ipswich Town head coach Kieran McKenna has emerged as an attractive prospect to get Celtic back on a positive footing.
But sources have told BBC Sport that Celtic could face a significant financial bill to snap up the 39-year-old.
McKenna signed a new four-year contract at Portman Road in the summer of 2024, which was worth a reported £5million-a-season.
Additionally, it is understood he has a significant release clause that Celtic may be required to meet if they choose to formalise their interest.
It remains to be seen whether McKenna is prepared to leave English football to forge a new chapter in Scotland – though sources have indicated the manager would be open to a move.
Ipswich are currently mid-table in the Championship following last season’s relegation from the Premier League.
Ange Postecoglou is back on the market after a short and unsuccessful spell at Nottingham Forest.
The Australian, who was sacked by Tottenham at the end of the 2024-25 season, lasted just 39 days at the City Ground and became the shortest-serving permanent Premier League manager.
Postecoglou failed to win any of his eight matches in charge of Forest, with two draws and six defeats across all competitions, but he is still revered by the Celtic-fanbase and is available.
He spent two seasons in charge of Celtic between 2021 and 2023 and led the club to a domestic treble in his second campaign.
Postecoglou’s earning power has grown significantly since leaving Celtic for Tottenham in 2023.
Former striker Robbie Keane also fits the bill as another option with close links to Celtic and someone who fully understands the club.
Keane scored 16 goals in 19 appearances for the Scottish giants during a loan spell in 2010 and was named Celtic’s Player of the Year for 2009-10.
The Republic of Ireland international hung up his boots in November 2018 following a short stint as player-manager at Indian Super League club ATK.
In 2023, Keane was appointed manager of Israeli side Maccabi Tel Aviv and led them to a league and cup double last year.
He took over at Hungarian team Ferencvaros in January and won the league title during his first season.
Craig Bellamy took his first steps into management in 2024 with the Wales national side and is also understood to have admirers at Celtic.
The 46-year-old scored eight goals in 14 appearances for the Scottish side during a loan spell in 2005.
Bellamy has overseen 14 games with Wales – winning six, drawing four and losing four and is said to be committed to the role.
Martin O’Neill spent five years in charge of Celtic between 2000 and 2005 – winning seven trophies, including three Premiership titles.
The Northern Irishman’s last role in the dugout was with Nottingham Forest. He succeeded Aitor Karanka in January 2019 with the club ninth in the Championship and was sacked at the end of the season with Forest sitting in the same spot.
Speaking on Tuesday, O’Neill said: “I can’t emphasise this enough, this is short term, until a permanent manager is appointed.”
A third time has been adjourned for a winding-up petition filed against Red Devils of Salford, a troubled rugby league team.
After the club claimed they were confident in obtaining a bridging loan to pay a tax bill to His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC), the petition was initially adjourned in June.
The club was about to wrap up the 2025 Super League season on the heels of its second adjournment on September, but Wednesday’s adjournment was made to allow the club to “secure the necessary funds.”
In a club statement, it is stated, “We would like to reassure supporters that we are working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure a positive resolution.”
“As soon as possible, additional updates will be made available.
The Red Devils struggled financially in 2025 despite an impressive 2024 campaign under the direction of then-boss Paul Rowley, who led them to a fourth-place finish and a play-off spot.
On the eve of the 2025 season, Salford were eventually taken over by a consortium led by Swiss businessman Dario Berta after demanding an advance of their 2025 central distribution in late 2024.
However, the club’s situation have gradually deteriorated, with Salford City Council pulling out of negotiations with the Red Devils over the club’s May purchase of their home at Salford Community Stadium while chief executive Chris Irwin resigned less than three months into the position.
The Red Devils frequently fielded young opponents and were forced to settle for a number of humiliating defeats, including St Helens’ record-breaking 82-0 victory at the start of the season due to a sustainability cap placed on the club by the Rugby Football League.
Owners of the club were criticized even more as chief operating officer Claire Bradbury stepped down after she claimed the ownership had suggested she “sleep with someone at the Rugby Football League” to ease their situation after previously promising the club would not close despite its financial difficulties.
Due to the club having only two senior players available, Salford’s Super League game against Wakefield was later called off due to “significant” welfare concerns, which led to fan protests that persisted as the season progressed.
Kurt Haggerty, who was supposed to take over as Rowley’s head coach for 2026, left the organization and eventually took over for the newly-promoted Bradford Bulls for the following season. Rowley finally left the organization earlier this month at St Helens.