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Key US and regional mediators join talks to end Gaza war

Israeli media cited officials as saying there was "cautious optimism".

President Trump's top aides and senior officials from Egypt and Qatar have joined the third day of indirect talks between Israel and Hamas on ending the Gaza war. Hamas and Israeli negotiators have reportedly exchanged lists of Palestinian and Israeli hostages to be released if the talks succeed. We hear from people in Gaza and get the latest from our correspondent.

Turkey has cracked down on drug use in the country in a sweeping operation targeting many celebrities. Our Turkish Service colleague explains.

We speak to investors and jewellers about the price of gold that has hit a record high of more than $4000 an ounce.

The rise of generative AI in the creative industries is bringing both excitement and anxiety. We speak to three people in the film industry who argue that AI brings a lot of opportunities.

Dolly Parton's sister says the condition of the American country music star is not "so serious" after earlier asking her fans to pray for her. Our reporter has the latest.

Presenter: Rahul Tandon.

(Photo: Palestinian boy carries a bag with flour at Sabra neighbourhood, following Israeli operation, in Gaza City, October 8, 2025. Credit: Ebrahim Hajjaj/Reuters)

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