Hamas’s armed faction announced on Sunday, October 19, 2025, that they have located the body of a deceased hostage. They stated their intention to deliver the body to Israel on the same day, provided that on-the-ground conditions permit.
The group warned that any continued “escalation” by Israel would obstruct further search efforts. This statement came shortly after Israel reported launching airstrikes and artillery fire at targets in southern Gaza, citing alleged breaches of the ongoing ceasefire agreement.
A military official from Israel indicated that further strikes against Hamas might be conducted in retaliation for what Israel described as “violations” of the ceasefire agreement that occurred on Sunday.
During a briefing for reporters, the official detailed at least three instances on Sunday where Hamas allegedly fired upon Israeli troops. These incidents reportedly took place behind the “yellow line,” an area where Israeli forces had withdrawn as part of the ceasefire terms.