Hamas handed over the remains of two more hostages to the Red Cross, bringing the total to 17 since the ceasefire began. This matters as it reflects the fragile progress in negotiations amid ongoing violence.

On October 30, 2025, Hamas delivered the remains of two more hostages to the Red Cross, marking a total of 17 hostages' remains returned since the ceasefire commenced. The Israeli military confirmed that the remains belonged to Sahar Baruch and Amiram Cooper, both taken hostage during the October 7, 2023 attack that initiated the current conflict. Despite these returns, the ceasefire remains precarious, with Israeli military operations continuing in Gaza, resulting in further casualties. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned of potential retaliatory actions if Hamas continues to violate ceasefire terms. The ongoing conflict has resulted in significant loss of life, with over 68,600 Palestinians reported killed since the war began, raising international concerns about the humanitarian situation in Gaza.