insert_link World Israel recovers remains of final deceased hostage in Gaza (Photo credit: Maya Levin/AP Photo) The Israeli military has recovered the remains of Ran Gvili, the final deceased Israeli hostage held in Gaza. Gvili, an Israeli police officer, was killed while fighting Hamas-led militants during the 7 October 2023 attacks. His body was taken to Gaza and later used as leverage in negotiations. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has described Gvili’s return as an extraordinary achievement, calling him a hero. His […] today27 January, 2026