US President Donald Trump announced that the United States believes it knows the location of St.-Sgt.-Maj. Ran Gvili's remains in Gaza, a revelation that should have prompted immediate action from Israel. The editorial argues that no further steps should be taken in the Gaza peace process until Gvili's body is returned, emphasizing that the return of fallen hostages is a core obligation and not a secondary issue. The article criticizes Hamas for its repeated falsehoods regarding the whereabouts of hostages and urges both Israel and the United States to use their leverage to ensure Gvili's return before advancing the peace deal. It warns that proceeding without securing his return would undermine trust and send a damaging message to Israeli citizens and soldiers, insisting that closure for the Gvili family and the nation is essential for healing after the trauma of October 7.
Original article source: https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-884131
Source Id: 2026-01-957440900




