Jerusalem, 2 november, 2025 (TPS-IL) — The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that, according to information provided by the Red Cross, three coffins containing the remains of fallen hostages have been handed over to it in Gaza and are making their way towards the IDF force in the Gaza Strip.

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