Live: Israel says it recovered bodies of two hostages as military begins Gaza City offensive

Israel’s military said Friday it was suspending the pauses during which it had been allowing food and other humanitarian aid to enter the famine-stricken Gaza City, saying it was in the “initial phases” of its planned offensive in the territory’s largest city. Israel also said it had recovered the bodies of two hostages held in the devastated enclave. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments.

Aug 29, 2025 - 19:05
Live: Israel says it recovered bodies of two hostages as military begins Gaza City offensive
Israel’s military said Friday it was suspending the pauses during which it had been allowing food and other humanitarian aid to enter the famine-stricken Gaza City, saying it was in the “initial phases” of its planned offensive in the territory’s largest city. Israel also said it had recovered the bodies of two hostages held in the devastated enclave. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments.