Israeli authorities confirm three of the bodies returned by Hamas are hostages
• Oct 15, 2025, 9:33 AM
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Three of the four bodies released by Hamas on October 14, 2025 have been confirmed by Israel as being hostages, while the fourth is believed to be that of a Palestinian from Gaza. Information has also been shared on the released living hostages' health and detention conditions. FRANCE 24's Noga Tarnopolsky tells us more from Jerusalem.
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