Summary
The son of an Israeli hostage, Rotem Cooper, expressed frustration that his father's body and others were not returned from Gaza despite a recent agreement. While 20 living hostages were released as part of a ceasefire and exchange deal between Israel and Hamas, many families are still waiting for the bodies of deceased loved ones. President Trump, Qatar, and Egypt have been urged to pressure Hamas to ensure all remains are returned.
Key Facts
- Rotem Cooper's father, Amiram, was among the hostages killed during captivity in Gaza.
- A ceasefire and hostage release agreement between Israel and Hamas involved exchanging nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners for hostages.
- The agreement promised that hostages' bodies would be returned by a specific deadline, but not all were located.
- Families expected the return of at least 15 to 20 bodies, but only four were returned.
- Rotem Cooper criticized the lack of return and called for international intervention.
- Amiram Cooper was kidnapped during the 7 October 2023 attacks led by Hamas, and his wife was released later.
- Hamas claims Amiram was killed by an Israeli military strike, but circumstances remain unconfirmed by IDF.
- The Hostages and Missing Families Forum demands action from the Israeli government before continuing the peace plan.
