Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that Hamas must return the bodies of deceased hostages held in Gaza as part of any ceasefire agreement. Netanyahu emphasized that Israel will not compromise on this matter, even if it requires applying additional pressure or military action.

He stated, “We will continue our efforts until the body of every last hostage is returned to Israel,” underscoring the government’s determination to secure the repatriation of all its citizens, both living and deceased. This announcement comes amid ongoing negotiations and military operations in the region, reflecting Israel’s firm stance on the issue of the hostages.