Top 10 world news: Gaza aid stuck at border with Egypt, Israel prepares for two-front war? and more

The fate of convoy trucks carrying humanitarian aid at the Gaza border with Egypt and evacuation of foreign citizens via the Rafah crossing hangs in balance after both Israel and Hamas denied reports of a temporary ceasefire on Monday (Oct 16). In other news,The Israeli army on Monday (Oct 16) said that they activated a plan to evacuate residents next to Lebanon a day after exchange of fire with Hezbollah which has since led to the death of one civilian and wounded three others.

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Israel, Hamas deny reports of border ceasefire to open Rafah crossing for aid, foreigners’ exit

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The fate of convoy trucks carrying humanitarian aid at the Gaza border with Egypt and evacuation of foreign citizens via the Rafah crossing hangs in balance after both Israel and Hamas denied reports of a temporary ceasefire on Monday (Oct 16).

Israel prepares for two-front war? Israeli army evacuates residents near Lebanon border after Hezbollah attack

As the world’s focus has mainly been on the ongoing war in Gaza, Israel may be in the midst of preparing for a two-front war. The Israeli army on Monday (Oct 16) said that they activated a plan to evacuate residents next to Lebanon a day after exchange of fire with Hezbollah which has since led to the death of one civilian and wounded three others.

France school where teacher was fatally stabbed evacuated over bomb alert

The Lycee Gambetta High School in Arras, where a French teacher was fatally stabbed last week, was evacuated on Monday (Oct 16) following a bomb alert, the news agency Reuters reported.

Data Lab: A 'health disaster' unfolds amid Israel-Hamas war

The ongoing Israel-Hamas war has led to widespread devastation, causing injuries, disabilities, building destruction, and loss of life. Beyond being an international relations crisis, this war is also a public health emergency with far-reaching consequences.

North Korea might be sending arms to Russia for Ukraine war: Report

Russian ships linked to military transport networks have collected cargo from North Korea and delivered it to an apparent Russian military port on multiple occasions over the past two months, The Washington Post said in a report on Monday (Oct 16) citing satellite images.

Out-of-control bushfire engulfs area near famous Australian beach in Byron Bay

A wildfire is spreading near a famous Australian beach, with smoke engulfing the area. The rebellious flames have already entered the residential streets, burning through 140 hectares of land next to North Belongil Beach in Byron Bay, the Daily Mail reported.

Are Hamas resorting to training kids to defend Gaza? Reports suggest so

As per the new videos getting circulated on social media, school-aged children are being allegedly trained by Hamas commanders to defend the Gaza Strip as the Israeli army prepares for ground operations in the region.Children as young as 14 are being trained by terrorists for battle.

India: Supreme Court turns down woman’s plea to terminate 26-week pregnancy

The Indian Supreme Court has turned down the plea of a 26-week pregnant woman for abortion on the grounds that she is suffering from a mental condition called post-partum psychosis.

Nithari killings 2006: How reports of cannibalism, rapes and gory murders unfolded

The prime suspect in one of the most chilling murder cases of the country - Nithari killings - Surinder Koli and co-accused Maninder Singh Pandher were acquitted by the Allahabad High Court on Monday (Oct 16).

Will Ronaldo go beyond Euro 2024 and play World Cup 2026? CR7 answers

Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has responded regarding his future in the sport. Quizzed by reporters if he will be playing in his 40s, Ronaldo, who recently secured Euro 2024 qualification for his side after a scintillating brace against Slovakia said he had not set any targets.