Israelis Gird for Release of Bodies of Captives From Gaza

On Wednesday, Israelis eagerly awaited the release of four hostages’ bodies by Hamas as part of a Gaza cease-fire deal, following emotional reunions during the truce’s first phase involving 25 Israeli captives and the remains of eight others. The expected somber scenes on Thursday will involve the bodies being brought back to Israel by the Red Cross for forensic testing to confirm identities and causes of death, including members of the Bibas family, whose abduction drew global attention. In exchange for the bodies, Israel will release Gazan women and minors, excluding those linked to the Oct. 7 attacks, adhering to the agreed terms.

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