Israel Buries Its Last Known Hostage From Gaza

Israel will bury the final hostage returned from Gaza this week. The funeral closes a national ordeal that began with Hamas’s attack on October 7, 2023. Israeli President Isaac Herzog stated this is the first time since 2014 that no Israeli citizens are held hostage in Gaza. He described the period as a "live open wound" for the country. The burial marks a symbolic end to one chapter. National attention now shifts to the future, including debates over a U.S.-brokered ceasefire proposal. The discussions will determine the next steps in the conflict between Israel and Hamas.