Israel identifies remains of two children but denies third body is their mother

The Israeli military confirmed the remains of two children, Kfir and Ariel Bibas, were identified, but an additional body returned by Hamas is not their mother, Shiri Bibas, or any other Israeli hostage. Hamas had claimed the bodies included Shiri Bibas, but the Israeli Defense Forces stated the identity of the extra body remains unknown. The return of the bodies follows a ceasefire agreement and is part of ongoing negotiations for the release of remaining hostages. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed revenge against Hamas after the release of the bodies, which has sparked national mourning in Israel. The conflict has resulted in significant casualties on both sides since the October 2023 attacks.