Global Developments: Gaza Tensions, US Shutdown, Passport Ranking Shift, and Major Scam Bust Highlight 24 Hours
October 16, 2025
The past 24 hours have seen significant global developments, including continued tensions surrounding the Gaza ceasefire with calls for more aid and exchanges of bodies, alongside President Trump's strong warnings to Hamas regarding disarmament. Domestically, the US federal government entered its 15th day of a shutdown. In a notable shift, the US passport dropped out of the top 10 most powerful for the first time in two decades. A major international cryptocurrency scam was busted, leading to the seizure of $15 billion in Bitcoin. Additionally, a 48-hour ceasefire was agreed upon between Pakistan and Afghanistan, and India secured a seat on the UN Human Rights Council.
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