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Israel Says Hamas, Islamic Jihad Know Location of Last Hostage’s Body

Israeli officials cite new intelligence pointing to a burial site targeted for renewed searches.

Overview

  • Israeli media report that Israel shared intelligence with mediators indicating militants know where Ran Gvili’s remains are located.
  • Hamas and Red Cross teams are expected to resume searches in Gaza City’s Zeitoun neighborhood, according to a statement by Hamas official Khalil al-Hayya on Al Jazeera.
  • Officials told Channel 12 that individuals in Palestinian Islamic Jihad have direct knowledge of the site, and that Hamas can reach it.
  • Kan Reshet Bet reported that Israel views a new lead as promising for locating the burial place of the 24-year-old Yasam officer killed on October 7 and taken into Gaza.
  • An Israeli official said Hamas wants to advance to the next stage of the deal that includes disarmament, while warning Israel will dismantle weapons if that is not agreed.