Hamas Says Remains of Israeli Captives, Including Bibas Family, Will Be Handed Over on Thursday
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Khalil al-Hayya, Hamas's chief negotiator, announced that the group intends to return the remains of four Israeli hostages to Israel on Thursday in return for the release of Palestinian prisoners. Among those remains may be members of the Bibas family, specifically Shiri Bibas and her children. The Israeli prime minister’s office confirmed the transfer but could not comment on the Bibas family. In addition, the number of living hostages expected to be released on Saturday has increased from three to six as per recent agreements.
Khalil al-Hayya confirmed that Hamas plans to transfer the remains of four Israeli hostages on Thursday in exchange for the release of Palestinian prisoners.
The Bibas family, including Shiri Bibas and her two children, is expected to be part of the bodies returned to Israel.
Israeli officials have not confirmed the deaths of Shiri Bibas and her children, despite recognizing grave concerns for their well-being.
The planned number of living hostages to be released on Saturday has increased to six, as confirmed by both Hamas and Israeli sources.
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