Israeli Military Says It Is Escorting Bodies of Four Deceased Captives Who Were Held by Hamas Into Israel
154 Palestinian prisoners reached Egypt ahead of deportation while only four hostage bodies were returned to Israel, with Hamas accused of breaching ceasefire terms, officials said.
- On October 13, 2025, the Hostage and Missing Families Forum said only four of the 28 bodies are slated to be returned today, far fewer than expected, and accused Hamas of violating the ceasefire.
- Today’s developments came hours after 20 living hostages were released under the deal brokered by President Donald Trump, and medical teams began evaluations as focus shifted to the dead.
- Several bereaved families were informed yesterday that remains would not return today or tomorrow, while officials stressed Israel will continue efforts to locate and repatriate the dead.
- The Families Forum dismissed the explanation and pressed for enforcement, saying mediators must hold Hamas accountable and urging Israel and mediators to intervene immediately.
- Logistical hurdles emerged as Hamas warned it faces difficulties locating some remains while an official is in Israel before traveling to Egypt for a summit on Gaza's 'day after' framework.
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They are accused of violating the agreement.
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The Israeli Army said the bodies of four hostages abducted by Hamas in the Gaza Strip were handed over to him.
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