India, Jan. 27 -- The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Monday confirmed the recovery of the body of the final Israeli hostage held in Gaza, marking the first time since the October 7, 2023 attack that no Israeli hostages remain in the enclave.

The deceased has been identified as Ran Gvili, a 24-year-old Israeli police officer who served in the Israeli Police Special Forces. Gvili was killed during the Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023, and his body was subsequently taken to Gaza. He was the last slain hostage whose remains had not been recovered.

"The deceased hostage SFC Ran Gvili has been identified and will be returned for burial," the IDF said in a post on X, sharing details about the operation and the fallen officer.

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