United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with the families of Itay Chen and Omer Neutra, two United States-Israeli citizens killed and taken hostage by Hamas during the October 2023 attacks in southern Israel. Rubio pledged to ensure the return of all deceased hostages whose bodies remain in Gaza, emphasizing that their lives will not be forgotten. The Hostages and Missing Families Forum expressed gratitude for Rubio's commitment, highlighting the need for closure for the families of the thirteen hostages whose remains are still held. Rubio's visit to Israel concluded as he traveled to Qatar for further diplomatic discussions related to the ongoing ceasefire and hostage negotiations.