Israel has condemned Hamas for the return of partial remains of previously recovered hostages, labeling it a clear violation of the peace deal. Prime Minister Netanyahu asserted that Hamas breached the Gaza ceasefire by returning remains that were not linked to missing hostages, while Israeli officials claimed that the recent remains returned are not new bodies. Hamas, in response, has expanded its search for the remains of hostages in Gaza with assistance from Egypt, stating it uncovered the remains of two hostages. Controversy surrounds these activities, with disturbing reports of Hamas staging the recovery of remains prompting threats from Israel to resume military actions. The slow release of these remains threatens the fragile ceasefire and exacerbates the heartbreak of families awaiting closure. Additionally, the International Red Cross has been involved in the search and has issued a rare rebuke against Hamas for alleged deception in the recovery efforts. As the situation evolves, both sides continue to navigate the complexities of hostage negotiations under the specter of renewed violence.