The Israeli military reports that the remains of a hostage were transferred to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Gaza. Authorities have not released the identity of the hostage or the cause and circumstances of death. The handover is significant in the context of efforts to account for missing persons and notify families. Further details and timelines for identification have not been provided.
Israeli Military: Hostage Remains Handed to Red Cross in Gaza; Identity Not Disclosed
The Israeli military reports that the remains of a hostage were transferred to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Gaza. Authorities have not released the identity of the hostage or the cause and circumstances of death. The handover is significant in the context of efforts to account for missing persons and notify families. Further details and timelines for identification have not been provided.
05:39, 08.11.2025Conflict
JERUSALEM — The Israeli military said the remains of a hostage were handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Gaza.
No immediate details were released about the identity of the hostage or the circumstances surrounding their death. The army stated only that the transfer took place and provided no further information.
Context
The transfer is a notable development amid the broader Israel–Gaza conflict. The ICRC commonly acts as an intermediary in sensitive cases involving remains and missing persons, and such handovers can play an important role in identification, family notification and any subsequent repatriation.
Officials have not announced a timeline for forensic identification or next steps. We will update this report as additional information becomes available from authorities or humanitarian organizations.