Hamas officials have confirmed they will hand over the body of another Israeli hostage on Monday as President Donald Trump’s 48-hour deadline for the return of all deceased Gaza hostages approaches. The announcement was made through a statement from the Martyr Izz El-Din Al-Qassam Brigades, which emphasized that the release will occur at 9 PM Gaza time. While this action would still leave 12 Israeli hostages in its custody, the timing of the release has raised concerns about the thoroughness of the process.
Trump has publicly criticized Hamas for not fully complying with their obligations, emphasizing the importance of holding the group accountable for the lives lost. In a recent social media post, Trump acknowledged that some of the deceased hostages are