Tense Negotiations: Red Cross Facilitates Hostage Body Handover Amidst Gaza Turmoil

Israel has confirmed the handover of a deceased hostage's body from Gaza by the Red Cross. This brings the total number of remains still in Gaza to 12. Efforts are ongoing, involving an Egyptian technical team and the use of heavy machinery, to locate the remaining bodies amid significant challenges.

Israel confirmed on Monday that the Red Cross facilitated the handover of another deceased hostage's body from Gaza, as stated by the Israeli prime minister's office. If verified, this leaves the remains of 12 hostages still in Gaza, with Hamas pointing to obstacles in the search amidst the debris.

Hamas' armed wing indicated earlier on Monday that they recovered a deceased hostage's body, pledging its handover. This process remains a hurdle in U.S. President Donald Trump's Gaza plan, as both sides navigate the complexities of the situation.

Efforts intensified on Sunday with Israel permitting an Egyptian technical team to enter Gaza. Working alongside the Red Cross, the team employs excavators and trucks to search beyond the 'yellow line'—a demarked area where Israeli troops have retreated as per Trump's directives.