The bodies of Kfir Bibas, his four-year-old brother Ariel, their mother Shiri, and another hostage were handed over by Hamas as part of a ceasefire agreement. This act, facilitated by the U.S. and mediators like Qatar and Egypt, evoked grief across Israel, including public gatherings in Khan Younis. Prime Minister Netanyahu called the day a 'very difficult' one, emphasizing the national sorrow. Despite this, the future of further hostage negotiations and the governance of Gaza remains unclear in the political landscape.
"A very difficult day for the state of Israel. An upsetting day, a day of grief," said Prime Minister Netanyahu in a video statement upon the handover of the bodies.
"Shiri and the kids became a symbol," said Yiftach Cohen, highlighting the tragic impact of the Hamas attacks on the community of Nir Oz.
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