Israeli Deceased Sent to Israel Amid Crisis with Hamas
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World
February 22, 2025 08:00
israel, gaza - The body believed to belong to Israeli captive Shiri Bibas has been handed over to Israel, raising concerns for a new hostage exchange.
Israeli Deceased Delivered to Israel Amid Tensions
Amid the crisis between Israel and Hamas, a body thought to be of Shiri Bibas was transferred to Israel by Hamas, sparking speculations for a potential new hostage trade. The Red Cross reportedly handed over the body to the Israeli military, which is now undergoing identification procedures at the Abu Kabir Forensic Institute in Tel Aviv.
Israel had accused Hamas of killing Shiri Bibas's family members during captivity. The developments have put a strain on the ceasefire negotiations as Israel is reportedly considering resuming attacks on Gaza.
The US has intervened to facilitate the second phase of ceasefire talks between Hamas and Israel. Meanwhile, Trump's plan to relocate Palestinians in Gaza has been discussed at an informal meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, attended by regional leaders.