Overview
- Hamas handed over the last 20 living hostages to Israel after two years in captivity, including Argentine nationals Eitan Horn and brothers Ariel and David Cunio.
- Israel started the agreed release of roughly 1,968–2,000 Palestinian prisoners as part of the exchange.
- More than 20 leaders attended the Sharm el-Sheikh summit where the plan was signed, and the return of the bodies of deceased captives remains pending.
- The UN’s humanitarian office reported real progress in Gaza operations, with Israel approving additional shipments that raise authorized aid to 190,000 metric tons.
- During meetings in Washington, President Trump conditioned prospective U.S. economic assistance to Argentina on its Oct. 26 legislative results, and Argentine officials are discussing a potential offer to join a proposed stabilization force, according to local reports.