Israel Identifies Bodies of Two Hostages as Gaza Ceasefire Negotiations Enter Second Phase

Oct 19, 2025 07:26 pm CST

Israel has identified the remains of two hostages handed over by Hamas as talks for the second phase of ceasefire negotiations begin. The fragile truce faces challenges as Israel threatens to keep the Rafah crossing closed until Hamas returns all hostage remains, while both sides accuse each other of violations. Discussions continue about Gaza's future governance and security arrangements under a US-brokered peace plan.