Overview

• Israel identified the body returned overnight as Eliyahu Margalit, the tenth deceased hostage received under the deal, after an ICRC handover and forensic confirmation.
• Hamas says it remains committed to returning all remains but cites bodies buried in tunnels and rubble, with an 81-member Turkish AFAD team waiting for Israeli authorization to assist searches.
• Israel transferred 15 Palestinian bodies back to Gaza today, bringing total returns to 135, in line with the exchange framework tied to the ceasefire.
• UN relief chief Tom Fletcher inspected devastated infrastructure and outlined a 60‑day surge plan as aid convoys grow through Israeli crossings, while Rafah largely stays closed and deliveries remain below agreed targets.
• The truce is in its second week with fighting largely halted, as U.S. and Israeli leaders warn operations could resume if obligations lapse and key issues like Hamas disarmament and Gaza governance remain unresolved.