Summary
Israel received remains from Palestinian militants in Gaza, suspected to belong to one of the hostages still held there. Israeli forensics experts are examining these remains. Additionally, ongoing conflict in the region has led to multiple casualties on both sides, despite a ceasefire.
Key Facts
- Israeli authorities received remains from Palestinian militants via the Red Cross.
- The remains might be from one of two remaining hostages in Gaza: one Israeli and one Thai national.
- Since a U.S.-brokered ceasefire on October 10, 26 hostages' remains have been returned.
- Israeli military activity continues, resulting in at least three Palestinian deaths in Gaza.
- Gaza's Health Ministry reported over 350 Palestinian deaths since the ceasefire started.
- The initial attack by Hamas in October 2023 resulted in approximately 1,200 Israeli deaths and 251 hostages taken.
- Israeli military operations in the West Bank led to the deaths of two Palestinians accused of attacking soldiers.
- Israel has increased military actions in both Gaza and the West Bank since the war began.
