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Hamas armed wing says located body of deceased hostage, to be delivered Sunday

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Posted on October 19, 2025

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CAIRO (Reuters) -Hamas' armed wing said on Sunday that it has located the body of a hostage, which it said will be delivered to Israel on Sunday if field conditions were appropriate. The group said

Hamas Claims to Have Found Body of Hostage, Delivery Planned for Sunday

Hamas Hostage Situation and Regional Implications

CAIRO (Reuters) -Hamas' armed wing said on Sunday that it has located the body of a hostage, which it said will be delivered to Israel on Sunday if field conditions were appropriate.

Details of the Hostage Delivery

The group said any Israeli "escalation" would hinder search operations, shortly after Israel said it launched airstrikes and artillery fire at targets in southern Gaza amid disputes over ceasefire violations.

Impact of Israeli Military Actions

(Reporting by Jaidaa Taha and Muhammad Al Gebaly; Editing by Sharon Singleton)

Key Takeaways

  • Hamas claims to have located a hostage's body.
  • The body is planned to be delivered to Israel on Sunday.
  • Israeli military actions may affect the delivery.
  • Tensions rise due to ceasefire violations.
  • Hamas warns against Israeli escalation.

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