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Israel says it has recovered more bodies of hostages

The Israeli military confirmed that one of the bodies turned over was not a hostage, deepening mistrust between the two sides and adding strain to a fragile truce. Authorities said the identification process of the remaining bodies continues as families desperate for information wait for closure. Israeli officials have said they will reassess the flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza until all hostages are returned.

Airports across the US declined to play a video from Kristi Noem

The video claimed Democratic lawmakers were responsible for the government shutdown and was deemed too political by airport officials. Airports in Seattle, Portland, Charlotte, Las Vegas and several New York locations opted out of airing the video, citing concerns over neutrality. The decision comes amid heightened scrutiny of political messages in public spaces during the shutdown.

Israeli forces have completed their withdrawal

The truce, which took effect early Monday, marks a significant pause in the ongoing conflict that began two years ago. Twenty Israeli hostages, believed to be the remaining living captives held by Hamas, were released and transferred to the Red Cross for medical evaluation. Aid trucks began crossing into Gaza from Egypt, carrying essential supplies for residents facing severe shortages.

Former FBI Director James Comey appeared in federal court

The hearing marks his first in-person appearance since the indictment was unsealed last month. Comey, a critic of President Trump, faces allegations related to his tenure at the bureau. The case stems from investigations into his handling of sensitive information during the 2016 election. Prosecutors outlined the charges in a brief proceeding before Judge Leonie Brinkema.