Israel Identifies Bodies of Two More Hostages as US Vice President JD Vance Visits to Support Gaza Ceasefire

Oct 22, 2025 09:26 pm CST

Israel has identified the remains of two more hostages killed during Hamas's October 7 attack, as US Vice President JD Vance meets with Israeli leaders to strengthen the fragile Gaza ceasefire. Since the truce began on October 10, fifteen hostage bodies have been returned to Israel, while uncertainty remains about the peace plan's implementation including Hamas disarmament and international security force deployment in Gaza. Meanwhile, 54 Palestinian bodies returned by Israel are being prepared for burial, with Gaza health officials calling for an investigation into alleged torture evidence.