Overview

• Starmer called for the immediate return of all deceased hostages’ remains after Hamas began handing over bodies under last week’s ceasefire deal.
• Israeli authorities accused Hamas of failing to release all bodies and signaled plans to restrict aid, following reports the IDF opened fire in Gaza.
• The first phase of the agreement saw Hamas free all 20 remaining living Israeli hostages as Israel released more than 1,900 prisoners and detainees.
• The UK committed an additional £20 million for water, sanitation and hygiene support for civilians in Gaza.
• Talks are turning to a reported second phase involving Hamas laying down arms and an international reconstruction board chaired by President Trump, a step Hamas is said to oppose.