Summary
The parents of Ran Gvili, an Israeli police officer, are waiting for the return of their son's body, which was taken by Hamas after he was killed. Israel's peace agreement with Hamas involves returning hostages and the remains of deceased hostages, but the process is still ongoing. The Gvili family continues to hope for their son's return and peace.
Key Facts
- Ran Gvili, a 24-year-old Israeli police officer, was killed in a Hamas attack on 7 October 2023.
- His body was taken by Hamas as a hostage during the conflict.
- A peace deal, started on 10 October 2023, involves returning 20 living hostages and the bodies of 28 deceased hostages.
- All living hostages have been returned, but the process for returning remains is slower.
- The Gvili family is waiting for the return of their son's body while holding onto a small hope that he might be alive.
- Ran Gvili joined the fight against Hamas despite having a broken shoulder.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described him as a "hero of Israel."
- The Gvilis are campaigning for peace and closure for all families affected.
