Israel says Hamas handed over additional remains believed to be of a hostage
Summary
Hamas has handed over remains believed to be those of a deceased hostage to the Red Cross in Gaza. This follows a series of exchanges under a U.S.-brokered ceasefire, which aims to return hostages' remains and ultimately stabilize the region. Both sides have had disputes over the process, and further steps in the ceasefire plan depend on returning all hostage remains.Key Facts
- Hamas gave remains thought to be of a hostage to the Red Cross in Gaza.
- This is part of a ceasefire deal brokered by the U.S.
- Hamas has returned 21 sets of remains so far; six remain.
- The return of these remains is a crucial part of the ceasefire agreement.
- Israel and Hamas have blamed each other for breaching terms of the deal.
- Israel returned 15 Palestinian bodies after receiving an Israeli soldier's body.
- The ceasefire plan aims to eventually create an international stabilization force.
- The conflict started with a Hamas-led attack on Israel on October 7, 2023.
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