Overview
- The Israeli military confirmed the remains of Tamir Adar, 38, and Arie Zalmanovitch, 85, after two coffins were transferred via the ICRC from Gaza.
- The handovers are part of a deal for 28 dead hostages to be returned, with about 13 still believed to be in Gaza.
- In Jerusalem, U.S. Vice‑President J.D. Vance called the task of locating and retrieving bodies a very difficult operation and pressed both sides to uphold the agreement.
- Israel and Hamas have traded accusations of violating the ceasefire in recent days, yet both publicly reaffirmed their commitment to the pause.
- The International Court of Justice is reviewing Israel’s aid blockade for potential breaches of international law, as local reports say Prime Minister Netanyahu removed his national security adviser.