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Israel Moves to Reopen Rafah After New Hostage Remains Transfer as Gaza Ceasefire Faces Strains

Phase-two talks on Hamas disarmament begin under a Trump-backed plan.

Overview

  • Mediator states formally sealed the truce in Sharm el-Sheikh, completing the release of all surviving hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.
  • Hamas has delivered eight coffins via the ICRC; Israel says one was not a hostage, leaving 21 deceased Israelis still unreturned.
  • Israeli broadcaster Kan reported Rafah would reopen with roughly 600 aid trucks after the latest handover, following earlier pressure threats to keep the crossing closed and reduce supplies.
  • Israel transferred 45 bodies to Gaza under the agreed formula, bringing the total to 90 deceased Palestinians returned, according to the Hamas-run health ministry.
  • Hamas has redeployed armed units in Gaza with reports of public executions and clashes that remain unverified, and President Trump warned Hamas would be disarmed by force if it refuses to comply.