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Israel rejoices over freed hostages, but delays and future dangers remain
Israel (MNN) — The Israel-Hamas ceasefire was tested on Tuesdayafter Hamas returned the bodies of only four deceased hostages on Monday. Israel responded to this delay — which it called a violation of the ceasefire agreement — by declaring it will reduce Gaza aid deliveries. The remains of an additional four hostages were transferred to Israeli Defense Force custody late Tuesday night.In the rising tensions, Ilya Butolin with Beit Hallel Congregation focuses on the return of the 20 living captiv