The United States has rejected claims that Hamas violated the ceasefire agreement with Israel, stating that the slow process of recovering the bodies of hostages in Gaza was anticipated due to the challenging conditions. Senior advisers to President Donald Trump emphasized that Hamas fulfilled its commitment to release all live hostages, and efforts are ongoing to locate and retrieve the bodies of those who remain. The advisers highlighted the immense destruction and unexploded ordinance in Gaza, which complicates recovery operations, and revealed plans to offer rewards to locals for information on the whereabouts of bodies. The United States is also coordinating with mediators and considering assistance from Turkey, while reaffirming its commitment to ensuring that no hostages are left behind.