Israel and Hamas to proceed with hostage exchange despite claims of child deaths

Israel and Hamas are set to proceed with a hostage exchange on Saturday, despite claims that two Israeli boys were killed by Hamas. The boys' mother’s body was not returned, leading to public outrage in Israel. The Israel Defense Forces stated that the boys were murdered by Hamas members. Hamas previously claimed the family was killed in an Israeli bombing. The remains of the boys and others were handed over as part of a ceasefire agreement. Hamas has released another body, claiming it belongs to the boys' mother, which Israeli authorities will examine. The ceasefire, effective since January 19, aims to facilitate the exchange of hostages and prisoners amid ongoing tensions.