Israel has confirmed the recovery of the remains of Ran Gvili, the last Israeli captive held in Gaza since the Hamas-led attack of October 7, 2023. The identification was carried out through forensic cooperation between the Israel Police and Military Rabbinate.
Officials stated that the repatriation marks the completion of the return of all hostages, both living and deceased, fulfilling a key condition of the ceasefire agreement. The move paves the way for the next phase of the truce, including reopening the Rafah crossing.
Families of hostages and citizens had long campaigned for closure, with public rallies demanding the return of remains. The retrieval brings emotional relief while underscoring the human cost of the conflict.
The development carries diplomatic significance, signaling progress in ceasefire implementation, though broader regional tensions remain unresolved.
