The Israeli military say the bodies will be transferred to its forces in Gaza, before being taken to forensic experts for identification.

Israeli strikes in Gaza killed at least 104 people, including dozens of children, the enclave’s health authorities said on Wednesday, marking the deadliest day since the beginning of the ceasefire championed by US President Donald Trump.

The Israeli military said the Red Cross had received two coffins of dead hostages from Hamas in Gaza and was en route to give them to Israeli forces.

Hamas has handed over the remains of 17 out of the 28 hostages who were either killed during the terror attack on October 7, 2023, or during their captivity in Gaza.

President Donald Trump defended Israel’s actions but also made it clear that the U.S. expects the broader ceasefire, which began Oct. 10, to hold.

The cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, which took hold on Oct. 10, remains in place as of Wednesday afternoon, local time, despite reports of clashes in Gaza and accusations of violations from both sides.

Jerusalem Post editor says Israel-Hamas situation would be 'worse' under Kamala Harris presidency, praising Trump's unconventional approach to Middle East peace.

PM Benjamin Netanyahu says he is deciding next steps after Hamas returned the remains of a previously recovered captive.