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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Natalie Melzer

Israel launches large scale military operation to locate last hostage in Gaza

A photo of slain hostage Ran Gvili, whose remains are being held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip, is displayed during a rally calling for the return of the deceased hostages held in Gaza, in Tel Aviv, Israel, on Nov. 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Mahmoud Illean, File) - (Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

Israel's military launched a "large-scale operation" in Gaza on Sunday to locate the last remaining hostage. This comes as Washington and other mediators intensify pressure on Israel and Hamas to progress to the next phase of their ceasefire agreement.

The operation coincides with Israel's Cabinet meeting to discuss reopening the crucial Rafah border crossing with Egypt. This follows talks between top US envoys and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu the previous day, addressing future steps.

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