A United States official revealed that Hamas was 'very cooperative' in helping locate the body of the final Israeli hostage in Gaza. The official emphasized that Hamas fulfilled its commitment, despite criticism from some quarters about the process. The search was part of a collaborative effort involving Israel, Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, which was initiated during the ceasefire in October 2025. The official highlighted that cooperation among regional players is key to improving conditions in the Middle East, citing the successful recovery as an example of what can be achieved through joint efforts.