Body of Oded Lifshitz, a journalist, will also be released
Anti-Israel protest in NYC devolves into violence and mayhem
An anti-Israel protest in a Jewish neighborhood devolved into violence and mayhem on Tuesday. (Credit: FNTV)
The Israeli government has received confirmation on the identities of the deceased hostages due to be released from Gaza on Thursday.
The Hostages and Missing Families Forum Headquarters confirmed the names of Shiri Bibas and her two children, as well as Oded Lifshitz, a journalist and peace activist. All four were murdered while in Hamas custody.
"We received the heart-shattering news that Shiri Bibas, her children Ariel and Kfir, and Oded Lifshitz are no longer with us. This news cuts like a knife through our hearts, the families’ hearts and the hearts of people all over the world," the organization wrote.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office confirmed that they received the list of deceased hostages on Wednesday.
Israel has received the list of deceased hostages that are due to be released tomorrow, pursuant to the framework.
— Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) February 19, 2025
The Coordinator for the Hostages and the Missing, Brig.-Gen. (Res.) Gal Hirsch, has updated the families of the hostages via the representatives of the IDF.
This is a developing story. Check back soon for updates.
