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Gaza medics find signs of torture on Palestinian bodies returned by Israel

Gaza medics find signs of torture on Palestinian bodies returned by Israel

Summary

Gaza's Ministry of Health received 45 Palestinian bodies from Israeli custody as part of a ceasefire deal mediated by the United States, which aims to end a two-year conflict. Medical teams in Gaza are examining the bodies, some of which show signs of abuse, and are preparing them for return to families. Israel is expected to return more bodies, but the total number remains unclear.

Key Facts

  • Gaza's Ministry of Health received the remains of 45 Palestinians from Israeli custody.
  • This transfer is part of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal.
  • The deal involves Israel returning bodies for every deceased Israeli received.
  • Medical teams are checking the bodies and preparing them for families.
  • Some bodies showed signs of abuse, such as being blindfolded or handcuffed.
  • 90 bodies have been returned so far under the ceasefire agreement.
  • Israel's military has exhumed bodies during its operations in Gaza.
  • Thousands of Palestinians have died during the conflict, with many still missing.
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