Israel-Gaza live updates: Search operations ongoing for casualties in Gaza

The truce in Gaza is generally holding, with Israeli troops having withdrawn to the so-called "yellow line" within the territory. Authorities believe the remains of two hostages are still inside Gaza. In recent exchanges, Israel has released Palestinian detainees and the bodies of deceased Palestinians to recover hostage remains.

Red Cross Continues Search for Missing and Deceased

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is actively working in Gaza to help identify those killed during the conflict. On Monday, the organization highlighted that thousands of families remain uncertain about the fate and location of their loved ones, sharing images that appear to show mass graves.

Jehad Alshrafi/AP - PHOTO: Hamas members search for hostage remains in Jabalia, northern Gaza Strip, Monday, Dec. 1, 2025. Israeli authorities indicate that the remains of two hostages may still be in Gaza.

The ICRC emphasized that the deceased and missing "must be treated with respect and their dignity preserved" in accordance with international humanitarian law.

Jehad Alshrafi/AP - PHOTO: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) staff arrive at the site in Jabalia where Hamas militants are looking for hostage remains, Monday, Dec. 1, 2025.

"The ICRC provides support to forensic and health teams to document, manage, and trace the deceased, ensuring families can achieve closure," the organization stated.

Author: Sophia Brooks