Bodies of 2 Israeli hostages recovered by soldiers in Gaza, defense minister says

Relatives and supporters of Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza hold photos of their loved ones during a protest calling for their return, in Tel Aviv, Israel, Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Ohad Zwigenberg)

By Tia Goldenberg, The Associated Press

Posted Jan 8, 2025 11:58:21 AM.

Last Updated Jan 8, 2025 12:01:39 PM.

TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel’s defense minister said Wednesday that troops have recovered the bodies of two additional hostages from Gaza.

Defense Minister Israel Katz said the bodies of Yosef Al Zaydani and his son Hamzah were recovered in an operation, without disclosing further details.

The men were taken captive during Hamas’ attack on Oct. 7, 2023.

Tia Goldenberg, The Associated Press

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