Breaking News: Hamas Returns Four Hostages' Bodies Amid Ongoing Crisis
Hamas has returned four more bodies of hostages from Gaza, bringing the total number of dead hostages' remains sent back to eight. The Israeli authorities have identified three of the deceased as Tamir Nimrodi, 20, Eitan Levy, 53, and Uriel Baruch, 35.
The return of the bodies comes amid a ceasefire deal brokered by the US, which requires Hamas to release all remaining hostages' remains. However, Israel has expressed frustration over the slow pace of returns, threatening to restrict humanitarian aid into Gaza until all remains are returned.
Hamas claims it is having difficulty locating some of the remains, but Israeli officials say they have identified three of the four bodies returned on Tuesday. The fourth body's identity is still pending scientific analysis.
The return of the living hostages on Monday and the dead Palestinians' remains on Tuesday has brought a measure of relief to families affected by the crisis. However, the situation remains tense, with Hamas yet to return 20 more bodies as agreed under the ceasefire deal.
The Israeli authorities are expected to transfer four more hostage bodies from Gaza later today, according to local media reports.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
*This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*
