Israel Confirms Bodies from Gaza Not Hostages as Fragile Ceasefire Continues

Nov 01, 2025 10:03 pm CST

Israel has confirmed that three bodies received from Gaza were not hostages, while the fragile ceasefire continues despite occasional violations. Hamas's armed wing claims they handed over unidentified bodies after Israel declined testing offers. Meanwhile, Gaza residents returning to devastated areas express little hope as discussions continue about implementing an international stabilization force requiring UN authorization.