June 11, 2026
Israeli news outlets report DNA testing by forensic authorities has determined they are not those of known hostages
Israel plans a much-criticised new Gaza offensive to take control of Gaza City in the almost two-year-old war
Trump threatens Hamas with severe consequences if hostages are not freed in the talks breaking with US policy not to negotiate with groups on the terrorism list
The Trump administration has been conducting secret talks with Hamas on the possibility of releasing US hostages being held in Gaza