Israel has received the list of the deceased hostages who will be released from Gaza today, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office informed this in a statement yesterday. In a social media post, the PMO said, It has updated the families of the hostages via the representatives of the IDF.

Following this, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed deep sorrow, acknowledging that the day will be incredibly difficult for the country, as Israel prepares to bring home four deceased hostages.

Earlier on 15 of this month, the IDF announced the return of three hostages, after 498 days in captivity. The IDF confirmed that the hostages are being accompanied by IDF and Israel Security Agency forces. Upon arrival, they will undergo an initial medical assessment