Israel on Friday received the body of an Israeli hostage from Gaza via the Red Cross – a stark reminder of the ongoing humanitarian crisis. The coffin, escorted by IDF troops, was taken to Tel Aviv’s National Institute for Forensic Medicine for ID checks. 🕊️
Since the October 10 ceasefire, Hamas has returned remains of 22 hostages, but still holds the bodies of five Israelis and one Thai national. Hazem Qassem, a Hamas spokesperson, says challenges remain, but “efforts continue” to return all the deceased.
In a bold legal move, Türkiye’s Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office issued arrest warrants for 37 people – including Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu – accusing them of “genocide” and “crimes against humanity” in Gaza. The probe followed complaints from victims and members of the Global Sumud Flotilla, an aid mission that was intercepted by Israeli naval forces.
Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar called the warrants a “PR stunt” by President Erdoğan. Türkiye, which helped broker last month’s ceasefire, now finds itself balancing its role as a guarantor with vocal criticism of Israel’s campaign. ⚖️
For those catching these updates between classes, on your daily commute in Jakarta, or over chai in Mumbai, this is the latest on the Israel-Gaza saga. Stay tuned as the humanitarian, legal, and political narratives keep evolving. 🌍
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Israel receives hostage body; Türkiye issues warrant for Netanyahu
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