Hamas to release bodies of four Israeli hostages as ceasefire continues

Hamas will release the bodies of four Israeli hostages on Thursday and six living hostages on Saturday as part of a ceasefire deal. This includes the remains of the Bibas family, a mother and her two young children. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed deep sorrow ahead of the release, calling it a "very hard day" for Israel. He emphasized the nation's grief and determination to prevent such tragedies in the future. The ceasefire, which began in January, aims to end the 15-month-long conflict in Gaza. It includes a phased plan for the exchange of hostages and prisoners between Israel and Hamas.