Israel Returns Bodies of 30 Palestinians to Gaza
Hospital officials in Gaza report that Israel has handed over the bodies of 30 Palestinians.
According to officials at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, the bodies were received, but their state and identities were not immediately disclosed.
- The exchange of Palestinian remains for hostage remains indicates progress in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement.
- Prior to Friday's release, Israel had returned the bodies of 195 Palestinians to Gaza authorities without providing details on their identities.
The exchange is the latest indication that the fraught Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement is moving forward, despite deadly Israeli strikes on Gaza this week.
Author's summary: Israel returns 30 Palestinian bodies to Gaza as ceasefire progresses.