Summary
Israel retrieved the remains of Master Sgt Ran Gvili, the last hostage from Gaza. This retrieval followed a ceasefire agreement with Hamas and allowed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to claim that all hostages were successfully returned. The situation allows Israel and Hamas to move forward with President Trump's peace plan, focusing on Gaza's reconstruction and demilitarization.
Key Facts
- Israel retrieved the remains of Master Sgt Ran Gvili from Gaza.
- Hamas was supposed to return all hostages within 72 hours of the ceasefire in October.
- Prime Minister Netanyahu described the retrieval as a significant achievement.
- The discovery opens the next phase of peace talks mediated by U.S. President Trump.
- This phase involves Gaza's reconstruction and demilitarization of Hamas and Palestinian groups.
- Israel had delayed further peace talks until Gvili was found.
- The initial attack by Hamas on October 7, 2023, resulted in about 1,200 deaths and 251 hostages.
- Israel's military response led to the deaths of 71,660 Palestinians, according to the Hamas-run health ministry.
