Israeli authorities have confirmed the remains of one more hostage, while nine Palestinians were reportedly killed in Gaza City, according to an AP News summary. The incident underscores persistent tensions in the region, as details continue to emerge in paid-plan coverage.

Israel has taken possession of the remains of two more hostages, transferred by the Red Cross from Hamas. This development came on Wednesday, not long after the Israeli military clarified that an earlier body handed over was not that of a missing hostage.