Published: Oct 16, 2025, 15:08 IST | Updated: Oct 16, 2025, 15:08 IST
Israel is refusing to ease pressure on Hamas over the recovery of remaining hostage bodies, maintaining its position that all remains must be returned as part of any ceasefire or humanitarian deal. In response, Hamas claims that locating and extracting the bodies requires specialized equipment and time, citing difficult conditions in Gaza and areas affected by recent fighting.