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Israel Identifies Remains Returned from Gaza as Hostage Dror Or

Israeli authorities have identified the latest remains returned from Gaza as those of hostage Dror Or.

Officials say the identification follows transfer and initial forensic work; further DNA and pathology checks are expected to complete the process.

Authorities will notify the family and proceed with repatriation and administrative procedures while requesting privacy during this sensitive time.

Israeli officials have announced that the most recent remains returned from Gaza have been identified as those of hostage Dror Or. Authorities say the identification follows the transfer of human remains from Gaza and is the result of ongoing forensic and identification procedures.

Officials are coordinating next steps with Dror Or’s family, including formal notification, additional forensic examinations and preparations for repatriation and burial according to the family’s wishes. Authorities emphasized the sensitive nature of the process and asked for privacy as procedures continue.

What happens next

Further forensic tests, such as DNA confirmation and forensic pathology examinations, are expected to be completed to finalize the official record. Relevant agencies will also complete administrative and legal procedures before the remains are handed to the family.

This announcement comes amid broader efforts to account for those taken or killed during recent hostilities. Officials have not released additional operational details; more information is expected as families are formally notified and authorities conclude the necessary procedures.

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