Netanyahu confirms Hamas released body of Gazan woman, not Israeli hostage

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that a body released by Hamas was that of a Gazan woman, not Shiri Bibas, whose sons' remains were returned. This statement followed a handover of four bodies under a ceasefire agreement. Netanyahu criticized the release of the wrong remains as a violation of the ceasefire. He stated that Hamas would face consequences for this action. The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed the identities of the returned bodies, including that of Oded Lifshitz. The ceasefire has paused fighting in Gaza for over 15 months. Netanyahu emphasized the commitment to bring Shiri Bibas home and ensure accountability for Hamas.


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