Hamas returns body of Kibbutz Nir Oz's Eliyahu Margalit; 18 slain hostages still held

October 18, 2025

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The Times of Israel

Margalit, 75, oversaw cattle at kibbutz for decades; was murdered at the stables; Hamas claims remains only retrieved Friday; PM urges Hamas to abide by deal, release remaining bodies

Military representatives on Saturday morning notified the family of hostage Eliyahu Margalit that his body had been returned to Israel by Hamas the night prior and identified by forensic experts. Known by his nickname “Churchill,” Margalit, 75, was m... [5044 chars]

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