Israel identifies remains of Bibas children but says third body is not their mother

Israel has identified the remains of two children, Ariel and Kfir Bibas, but stated that a third body returned by Hamas is not their mother, Shiri Bibas. Hamas released the remains of four hostages, claiming they included Shiri and her sons. However, the Israel Defense Forces confirmed that Shiri's body was not among them. The IDF condemned Hamas for this action and called for the return of Shiri and all hostages. They believe both children were killed while in captivity.