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All Surviving Hamas Hostages Handed Over in Final Truce Exchange

Israel begins medical intake for the freed captives following an ICRC handover in Khan Younis.

Overview

  • International Committee of the Red Cross teams received the last living hostages in Khan Younis and transferred them to Israel for initial evaluation at the Re'im base.
  • Health authorities report the released individuals are generally stable, though many show signs of malnutrition, dehydration and psychological trauma.
  • Media accounts differ on the size of the final group, with Panorama reporting 13 and other outlets citing 20, and official confirmation is pending.
  • Israeli military sources say the remains of dozens of hostages will be returned, with Panorama citing 28 bodies expected for repatriation.
  • Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised the releases but said the war against Hamas continues, as crowds gathered in Tel Aviv to mark the milestone.