Hamas to return bodies of four Israeli hostages including children

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Hamas is set to return the bodies of four Israeli hostages, including two young children, Shiri Bibas, Kfir, and Ariel, along with 83-year-old Oded Lifshitz. They were abducted during the October 7 terror attack. In addition, Hamas will release six living Israeli hostages on Saturday, doubling the initial number planned. This release is part of the first phase of a ceasefire that began in January. The handover of the bodies is expected to take place in southern Gaza. Israeli media outlets have chosen not to broadcast the event to honor the deceased.


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