Body of UK-linked hostage returned by Hamas to Israel

The body of Oded Lifschitz, 84, is believed to be among four returned to Israel by Hamas on February 20, 2025. Lifschitz was taken hostage during the October 7 attack and had not been heard from since. His family, including his daughter Dr. Sharone Lifschitz in the UK, received no updates on his status until now. The other bodies are thought to be Shiri Bibas and her two children. A lawyer for the families expressed sadness over the situation, noting the long wait since the hostages were taken. The return of the bodies marks a significant development in the ongoing crisis.