Israel, Hamas and hostage
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Three bodies of IDF soldiers were returned to Israel, and 45 bodies of Palestinians were returned in exchange.
Authorities identify the remains handed over on Sunday, bringing to eight the number of hostages' bodies still to be found in Gaza.
Under the deal, Hamas released all remaining living Israeli hostages and handed over several bodies of deceased hostages. The United States and Israel say Hamas must complete delivery of the remaining bodies,
Both presidents brokered deals that resulted in Hamas releasing people it took captive during the Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel.
Israel and Hamas have agreed to pause fighting in Gaza and release some hostages and prisoners in an agreement that was first put forward by President Donald Trump.
Israel and Hamas are preparing for a hostage exchange as the first phase of the signed ceasefire deal. And, the Justice Department has indicted Letitia James after pressure from President Trump.