Overview
Gaza: In a significant development under the ongoing truce, Israel returns Palestinian bodies to Gaza once again, handing over 30 remains to the Hamas-run health ministry and Nasser Hospital in Khan Yunis on Thursday. This latest exchange raises the total number of bodies transferred to 120 since the ceasefire took effect, according to officials in Gaza.
⚖️ US-Brokered Deal Behind the Exchange
The latest phase of the ceasefire is part of a framework mediated by US President Donald Trump. Under this agreement, Israel returns Palestinian bodies at a ratio of 15 Palestinians for every deceased Israeli returned. Late on Wednesday, Hamas handed over two Israeli remains, declaring it had returned all the captives’ bodies it could locate within Gaza.
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Despite the ongoing truce, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed that Israel would fulfill all its stated objectives in the Gaza war. During a state ceremony for soldiers killed in action, Netanyahu said Israel’s enemies “have learned that any hand raised against us will pay a heavy price.” His remarks came as Israel returns Palestinian bodies while maintaining that national security remains its highest priority.
🚫 UNRWA Condemns Continued Blockade of Aid
The UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) has denounced Israel’s ongoing restrictions on humanitarian assistance entering Gaza. Officials said the blockade is preventing vital aid—food, medicine, and water—from reaching civilians. Even as Israel returns Palestinian bodies, international agencies argue that human suffering in Gaza remains severe, calling for greater humanitarian access through all border crossings.
💥 Drone Strikes Undermine Fragile Ceasefire
Reports from Al Jazeera indicated that two Palestinians were killed Thursday despite the declared ceasefire. One was struck by a drone in the Bani Suhaila area, and another died from previous gunshot wounds near Gaza City. Medical teams at the Nasser Complex confirmed the casualties, noting that tensions persist even as Israel returns Palestinian bodies to Gaza as part of the fragile peace process.
🕯️ Israeli Families Call for Delay in Truce Stages
The Hostages and Missing Families Forum in Israel has demanded that the government halt the next stages of the truce until Hamas completes the full return of hostages and victims’ remains. The group stated, “The truce should not progress while Hamas violates its commitments.” Their statement came just hours after Israel returns Palestinian bodies to Gaza, reflecting the political and emotional strain within Israeli society.
🌍 Rafah Crossing Preparations Continue
Israel’s COGAT agency announced that technical preparations with Egypt are underway to reopen the Rafah border crossing. However, it clarified that humanitarian supplies will continue to enter Gaza through Israeli-controlled points, not Rafah. This policy, critics say, undermines international relief efforts even as Israel returns Palestinian bodies under the US-mediated ceasefire framework.
🕊️ Identification of Returned Israeli Hostages
The Israeli military confirmed on Thursday the identification of two deceased hostages—Inbar Hayman, a graffiti artist known as “Pink,” and Sergeant Major Mohammad al-Atrash, a Bedouin soldier. Both were killed during the 2023 conflict and their remains held in Gaza until this week. Their return came just before Israel returns Palestinian bodies to the Hamas-run enclave, signaling a symbolic exchange amid deep mutual mistrust.
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Local officials in Gaza claimed that some of the Palestinian bodies returned by Israel showed signs of mutilation and were found cuffed, sparking condemnation from human rights groups. Advocacy organizations are urging independent investigations into alleged mistreatment, saying that respect for the deceased must be part of any truce mechanism. Such revelations have further complicated the narrative as Israel returns Palestinian bodies to the war-torn territory.
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FAQs
- Why does Israel return Palestinian bodies to Gaza?
It’s part of a ceasefire framework that includes mutual returns of bodies and hostages to promote gradual peace-building. - How many Palestinian bodies have been returned so far?
A total of 120 Palestinian bodies have been returned under the ongoing truce. - Who brokered the ceasefire deal?
The ceasefire and body exchange were negotiated under US mediation led by President Donald Trump. - What concerns have human rights groups raised?
They’ve reported signs of abuse and mutilation in some bodies, demanding transparent international investigations. - Where can I get verified news updates?
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