The bodies of the remaining 28 dead hostages are also expected to be handed over as part of the deal.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday nominated United States President Donald Trump for the Israel Prize, the country's highest civilian honour, hailing him as 'the greatest friend that Israel has ever had in the White House'.
Glimpses after the hostages-prisoners swap and ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel -- showing the return of those kidnapped during the deadly October 7, 2023, Hamas attack and taken to Gaza, October 13, 2025.
Meir was serving in the 551st Brigade's 697th Battalion. Four soldiers of the battalion, including Meir, were killed in the incident on November 10.
Matan Schabracq co-owns one of the city's hippest nightspots, has appeared in an ad film and is probably one of the most well-known expatriates to have made Mumbai their home. He is also credited for having redefined the way Mumbai parties and dines out, no mean achievement for the mere five years that he has been around.
Israel is 'ready as never before' for a 30-day war on multiple fronts with Iran should a war break out over Tehran's nuclear programme, outgoing Home Front Minister Matan Vilnai said on Wednesday.
Two militant outfits - al Mansoorian and Islamic Jehad Front - have claimed separate responsibility.
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