Israel Recovers Last Gaza Hostage Remains, Paving Way for Ceasefire Phase Two

• Israel has recovered the remains of police officer Ran Gvili, the final hostage held in Gaza, fulfilling a key condition for the next phase of the ceasefire.
• Ran Gvili, 24, was killed during the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attack on southern Israel, and his remains were subsequently taken into Gaza.
• Hamas spokesman Hazem Qassem confirmed the location of the remains, stating it demonstrates their commitment to the ceasefire terms.
• The recovery of Gvili's remains completes a central condition of the ceasefire brokered under US President Donald Trump's plan.
• Attention now shifts to phase two of the ceasefire, which includes Israeli withdrawal, a transitional administration for Gaza, and addressing Hamas' disarmament.

Why It Matters: Israel's recovery of the last Gaza hostage's remains triggers the next phase of the fragile ceasefire.