The US has downplayed claims that Hamas is violating the ceasefire deal with Israel by not returning all the bodies of dead hostages.
Only nine of the 28 dead hostages have been returned, with Hamas saying it needs time and specialised equipment to recover the others from the ruins of Gaza.
The latest two bodies returned on Wednesday have been identified as Inbar Hayman and Sgt Maj Muhammad al-Atarash, the Israel Defense Forces said early on Thursday.
The row over the return of dead hostages has led Israel to limit promised aid supplies to Gaza, but two senior advisers to US President Donald Trump have said plans to demilitarise the Strip and build a new transitional government are under way.
In an update on the implementation of Trump's 20-point peace plan, the advisers told reporters that the US government did not so far believe Hamas had broken the agreement by not retrieving more remains.
The advisers argued that Hamas had acted in good faith by returning all living hostages and was working with various interlocutors to find and return the remains of the others.
Hamas's armed wing said in a statement it was committed to the deal but had returned all the bodies of hostages it was able to reach.
One senior US adviser said the recovery of all the bodies could take weeks because of the level of destruction in Gaza.
He said rewards might be offered for Gazan civilians who gave information and that Turkish experts were expected to join the search.
Confirming the return of two more deceased hostages on Thursday, the IDF said Hayman was 27 when she was killed by Hamas on 7 October 2023 at the Nova festival. Her body was taken into the Gaza Strip.
Sgt Maj al-Atarash, who was 39, fell in combat on the same day, the IDF said.
"Hamas is required to fulfill its part of the agreement and make the necessary efforts to return all the hostages to their families and to a dignified burial," it added.
In a statement, the Hostages Families Forum said: "The families of the hostages and of those released embrace the families of Inbar Hayman and Muhammad al-Atarash, whose loved ones came home yesterday for proper burial in Israel.
"Alongside the grief and the understanding that their hearts will never be whole, the return of Inbar and Muhammad, may their memories be a blessing, brings some measure of comfort to families who have lived with agonising uncertainty for over two years.
"We will not rest until all 19 hostages are brought home."
Hamas is required to return all 28 dead hostages as part of the first phase of the Gaza peace plan.
But Hamas's armed wing said in a statement "the remaining bodies require significant efforts and specialised equipment to search for and retrieve, and we are making a great effort to close this file".
Earlier, Israel said it would "not compromise" on hostage returns, saying "the mission is not complete".
Israel's defence minister said he had instructed the IDF to prepare a "comprehensive plan" to defeat Hamas in Gaza in the event of a renewal of the war.
After meeting senior generals on Wednesday, Israel Katz said the military must be prepared to act if Hamas refuses to implement the peace plan.
The latest repatriations came after Israel said one of four bodies returned by Hamas on Tuesday was not one of the missing hostages.
UN humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher has urged Israel to immediately open all border crossings into Gaza for humanitarian aid, as called for in the ceasefire plan.
In a post on X, Fletcher said Hamas must "make strenuous efforts to return all the bodies of the deceased hostages".
He added: "As Israel has agreed, they must allow the massive surge of humanitarian aid – thousands of trucks a week – on which so many lives depend, and on which the world has insisted."
He called for "a genuine, practical, problem-solving approach to removing remaining obstacles" and said "withholding aid from civilians is not a bargaining chip".
Trump's ceasefire plan, which both Israel and Hamas accepted, envisaged the handover of all 48 hostages would be completed by noon on Monday. Hamas returned all the 20 living hostages on Monday.
But the US-brokered ceasefire agreement appears to acknowledge that Hamas and other Palestinian factions may not have been able to find all hostage remains before the initial deadline on Monday.
Under the agreement, Israel also agreed to hand over the bodies of 15 Palestinians in return for every deceased Israeli hostage.
So far, Israel has returned the bodies of 90 Palestinians in exchange for the Israeli hostages' remains.
Meanwhile in Gaza, residents report growing concern about the durability of the ceasefire – and food prices have surged as Palestinians stockpile food.
Traders and suppliers in the enclave have been hoarding food items to create shortages and drive up profits, fearing that the war could resume, local residents told the BBC.
"Every time we start to feel safe, new threats appear, and we fear the war will start all over again," says mother-of-six Neven Al-Mughrabi, a displaced resident from Gaza who lives in Khan Younis.
"I lost my house in Gaza City, I decided to stay here with my family because I don't trust the ceasefire and we're sick of displacement."
She added that a trader in Khan Younis's main market said demand for flour, oil and sugar had surged within hours. "Despite the sudden rise of prices by about 30%, people are buying as if they don't trust the calm will last long, everyone is afraid aid will stop," Neven says.
Some are only now coming forward with accounts of loved ones who disappeared during the civil war and are presumed dead.
BBC Verify investigates the damage done by two years of war, which could take $70bn and decades to repair.
Under the Gaza ceasefire deal, Israel has agreed to hand over the bodies of 15 Palestinians in return for every dead Israeli hostage.
Shadi Abu Sido told the BBC an Israeli prison officer said his family had been killed.
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XRP price stands at $2.49 at the time of writing, showing a gain of more than 1.5% for the day. The token has struggled to maintain momentum after recent declines that saw prices fall to $1.50.
Trading volume for XRP dropped 26% to $6.2 billion. The price has ranged between $2.41 and $2.54 over the past 24 hours.
Weekly losses reached 13% while monthly declines hit 17%. The price movements come as the broader crypto market experiences volatility and pullbacks.
XRP whales sold 2.23 billion tokens since last Friday according to analyst Ali Martinez. The massive selloff points to reduced risk appetite among large holders.
2.23 billion $XRP sold by whales since Friday! pic.twitter.com/H9HLAHdm1b
— Ali (@ali_charts) October 14, 2025
Open Interest in XRP derivatives fell from $8.47 billion on October 9 to $4.14 billion currently. The sharp drop followed liquidations totaling $610 million on the long side on October 11.
The Estimated Leverage Ratio dropped to 0.155, marking the lowest level seen in 2025. This compares to 0.59 on July 16 when XRP traded at $3.41.
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Binance data shows increased whale inflows to exchanges throughout October. Large wallet holders moved tokens to exchanges, creating selling pressure that drove prices lower.
The whale inflows have started trending downward in recent days. A sustained decrease could signal reduced selling pressure and potential price stabilization.
Analyst CRYPTOWZRD identified key resistance at $2.75. Breaking through this level could push XRP toward targets of $3.15 and $3.75.
XRP Daily Technical Outlook:$XRP closed slightly bearish. However, it has room to move further up. $2.7500 is the next resistance. I'll track its intraday chart to get a quick scalp opportunity if Bitcoin supports that idea 😈 pic.twitter.com/R1Ur47ql8q
— CRYPTOWZRD (@cryptoWZRD_) October 15, 2025
Failure to hold the $2.49 support level could trigger another selloff. A breakdown might send prices back down to $2.00.
Analyst EGRAG CRYPTO provided predictions based on the Descending Broadening Wedge pattern. The analysis compares current price action to the 2021 cycle.
EGRAG CRYPTO estimates a 57% probability of a breakout reaching $5.20 or higher. However, the same analysis shows a 43% chance of a drop to $0.50.
The Taker Buy/Sell Ratio has stayed below 1 for most recent months. This indicates that taker sell volume dominates trading activity.
The psychological $3 resistance level remains a key barrier for bulls. The price zone between $2.50 and $2.77 also presents challenges for upward movement.
Bitcoin’s price action will likely influence XRP’s next moves. A Bitcoin rally past $117,000 could provide support for altcoin gains.
The local high at $3.09 on the daily chart must be surpassed to establish a bullish structure. Current market conditions suggest caution for traders considering long positions.
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Have you felt the tremors in your crypto portfolio? The recent plunge of Bitcoin has sent ripples of anxiety through the entire financial ecosystem, uncovering the intricate, often chaotic interplay of market forces and global events. Investors are now clutching their wallets as they confront the daunting reality of volatility — a reminder that in the realm of digital currencies, every surge and dip can feel like a catastrophe waiting to unfold.
In the weeks leading up to this downturn, concerns began to overshadow the cryptocurrency market, significantly influenced by the mounting tensions in international trade, particularly between the U.S. and China. The recent hike in tariffs has injected a heavy dose of uncertainty, sending digital currencies into a tailspin. When President Trump announced more tariffs on Chinese goods, Bitcoin reacted dramatically, sinking below influential psychological thresholds. This wasn’t just Bitcoin — altcoins like Dogecoin and many others were swept up in the tide of panic selling, witnessing losses that underscore the fragility of the market.
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As the cryptocurrency market grapples with this tempest, a substantial correction has unfolded. A staggering $560 billion evaporated from the total cryptocurrency market capitalization, exposing the vulnerability of a sector that prides itself on innovation. While Bitcoin held on somewhat better than its counterparts, a slew of altcoins faced catastrophic declines, with many crashing over 30%.
This stark disparity in market effects illuminates the precarious position of digital assets today. Analysts are feverishly investigating the factors driving these erratic trends, questioning whether institutions can maintain resilience amid such chaos. Even major players like Ethereum and BNB have felt the severe strain, leaving investors in a constant state of reevaluation against the backdrop of dramatic shifts.
Against the backdrop of losses that would terrify the average trader, institutional investors appear to be navigating this storm with notable composure. Insights from industry experts suggest that, despite significant setbacks, these institutions have retained a certain degree of stability, with few reports of breakdowns in their operations.
As succinctly put by Matt Hougan, Chief Investment Officer at Bitwise, “While individual investors faced difficulties, the institutional framework remained intact.” This revelation offers a glimmer of hope. Perhaps we stand on the cusp of recovery, as institutional confidence could lay the groundwork for a more robust and resilient market.
To craft a path forward, we must delve into the forces igniting this turmoil. The cryptocurrency sphere remains susceptible to external pressures, which can trigger sharp and destructive deleveraging events. Recently, we witnessed a staggering $19 billion stripped from leveraged positions, magnifying the impact of speculative tendencies that threaten the market’s stability.
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In this climate of uncertainty, investors find themselves on a tumultuous journey through the cryptocurrency realm. It’s crucial to adopt strategic maneuvers to safeguard against losses while positioning for potential recovery. Experienced traders often embrace a cautious stance, meticulously scrutinizing market sentiment and aligning their investments with the ebb and flow of major cryptocurrencies.
Industry veterans advocate for a measured approach — observing the indicators tied to market sentiment, leverage, and volatility. In an environment stressed by sudden policy shifts and geopolitical events, caution is paramount. Investors must equip themselves to remain ahead in a landscape that shifts as rapidly as the tides.
The harrowing drop in Bitcoin prices illuminates the crowded dance of risk and opportunity within a volatile cryptocurrency market. As tensions in global affairs cast long shadows over market dynamics, the profound complexity of digital asset investments becomes abundantly clear. Yet, the resilience shown by institutional players amid these corrections opens a dialogue about potential stabilization.
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XRP price started a consolidation phase below $2.60. The price is now showing positive signs but faces a major resistance near $2.50 and $2.60.
XRP Price Faces Key Resistance
XRP price found support and started a strong recovery wave above $2.30, like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The price was able to climb above the $2.350 and $2.40 levels to enter a positive zone.
The bulls were able to push the price above the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the downward wave from the $3.05 swing high to the $1.40 swing low. However, the bears are still active near the $2.550 and $2.60 levels. Besides, there is a key bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2.50 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair.
The price is now trading below $2.50 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If there is a fresh upward move, the price might face resistance near the $2.50 level and the trend line.
The first major resistance is near the $2.60 level, above which the price could rise and test the 76.4% Fib retracement level of the downward wave from the $3.05 swing high to the $1.40 swing low at $2.660. A clear move above the $2.660 resistance might send the price toward the $2.750 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $2.780 resistance. The next major hurdle for the bulls might be near $2.820.
Another Drop?
If XRP fails to clear the $2.50 resistance zone, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2.40 level. The next major support is near the $2.30 level.
If there is a downside break and a close below the $2.30 level, the price might continue to decline toward $2.2420. The next major support sits near the $2.220 zone, below which the price could continue lower toward $2.120.
Technical Indicators
Hourly MACD – The MACD for XRP/USD is now losing pace in the bullish zone.
Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for XRP/USD is now below the 50 level.
Major Support Levels – $2.40 and $2.30.
Major Resistance Levels – $2.50 and $2.60.
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Actor’s family thanks the public for ‘the extraordinary messages of love and support’ for ‘beloved Diane’, who died on 11 October aged 79
Diane Keaton died of pneumonia, the Oscar-winning actor’s family have revealed, as they expressed their thanks for the “extraordinary” response to her death last week.
“The Keaton family are very grateful for the extraordinary messages of love and support they have received these past few days on behalf of their beloved Diane, who passed away from pneumonia on October 11,” the family said in a statement to People.
They directed anyone wanting to make donations in her honour towards causes she believed in: “She loved her animals and she was steadfast in her support of the unhoused community, so any donations in her memory to a local food bank or an animal shelter would be a wonderful and much appreciated tribute to her.”
Keaton died in California at the age of 79. An enduring and singular icon of cinema since her Oscar-winning turn in 1977’s Annie Hall – which her director, writer, co-star and former boyfriend Woody Allen based heavily on her own life – Keaton starred in some of the key movies of the last half century, including The Godfather and its sequels, Reds, Marvin’s Room, Something’s Gotta Give, Father of the Bride and The First Wives Club.
Her death came as a shock across Hollywood and the rest of the world; though she had not been in the public eye for some months, no illness had been announced.
After her death, People quoted a source close to the actor saying that Keaton’s health had “declined very suddenly” over recent months and that even many of her longtime friends “weren’t fully aware of what was happening”.
Many of her former co-stars, including Woody Allen, Jane Fonda, Keanu Reeves, Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro and Meryl Streep, paid tribute to her.
Keaton never married. She is survived by her two younger sisters, Dorrie and Robin, and her two children, daughter Dexter and son Duke, whom she adopted in 1996 and 2001. “Motherhood has completely changed me,” she once said. “It’s just about like the most completely humbling experience that I’ve ever had.”
