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Israel identifies remains of Eliyah Margalit, latest in Gaza hostage exchange standoff
Israel says the remains of Eliyahu Margalit, a hostage handed over by Hamas, have been identified, amid tensions following reports that nine Palestinians were killed in Gaza.
Israel has identified the remains of a hostage handed over by Hamas as Eliyahu Margalit, following the discovery of his body in a grave dug up by Israeli forces in Gaza. The identification comes amid reports that nine Palestinians have been killed in the area, sparking clashes between protesters and security forces. The latest incident is part of an ongoing cycle of violence between Israel and Palestinian militants. The situation remains volatile, with tensions continuing to rise in the region.
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