Overview

• Seven Israeli men were collected by the ICRC at Deir al-Balah and transferred to IDF custody for triage at the Re'im reception site.
• Hamas published lists naming those to be freed alive and the 28 deceased whose remains it says it will return, with this initial tranche consisting only of men.
• Israeli outlets report the released survivors are physically emaciated and psychologically fragile, as hospitals prepare tailored kits and treatment plans.
• Families reported brief phone and video calls with relatives still in Gaza after Hamas facilitated contacts ahead of additional handovers.
• Israel began moving about 1,966 Palestinian detainees toward Khan Younis under the agreement, with further releases linked to subsequent phases, and President Donald Trump was expected in Israel to mark the ceasefire and transfers.