Israel COMPLETES Mission!

Israel has recovered the remains of the final hostage held in Gaza since the horrific October 7, 2023, Hamas terror attack, marking a historic milestone that clears the path for President Trump’s comprehensive Middle East peace plan to advance.

Story Highlights

IDF recovered remains of Ran Gvili, ending the hostage crisis that began with Hamas’s brutal 2023 attack killing 1,200 Israelis
Recovery completes phase one of Trump-brokered ceasefire, enabling Rafah border reopening for humanitarian relief after two years
First time since 2014 no Israeli hostages remain in Gaza, providing closure to families and nation
Trump peace plan now advances to phase two, focusing on Hamas disarmament and Gaza reconstruction under international oversight

Historic Recovery Ends Two-Year Hostage Nightmare

The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed on January 26, 2026, the recovery and identification of Ran Gvili’s remains from a northern Gaza cemetery, completing a painstaking operation that involved dental experts exhuming bodies throughout the prior weekend. The 24-year-old special forces police officer was killed defending his country during Hamas’s barbaric October 7, 2023, attack, when terrorists murdered approximately 1,200 Israelis and abducted 251 hostages. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the mission’s completion before the Knesset, stating emphatically: “No more hostages in Gaza.” Israeli leaders removed the yellow ribbon pins they had worn for over two years, symbolizing the nation’s collective relief.

Trump’s Peace Framework Delivers Results

The recovery fulfills a critical condition of the ceasefire agreement brokered by President Trump’s team, including advisor Jared Kushner and envoy Steve Witkoff, who worked tirelessly with mediators to secure this breakthrough. Kushner credited the CIA and international mediators for achieving what he called the first period since 2014 without Israeli hostages in Gaza. The ceasefire, which took effect October 10, 2025, has already seen 20 living hostages and remains of 27 others returned to Israel during phase one. This stands in stark contrast to the Biden administration’s failures, where hostages languished under brutal conditions while weak diplomatic efforts yielded minimal results. Trump’s decisive leadership and America First approach prioritizing citizen safety has delivered tangible outcomes conservatives demanded.

Rafah Border Reopening Provides Humanitarian Relief

With phase one complete, the Rafah crossing with Egypt will reopen for vetted Palestinian travel and medical evacuations, ending a closure that persisted through most of the two-year conflict. Gaza residents expressed cautious optimism about receiving humanitarian aid and medical care, particularly cancer patients and families displaced to tent encampments. Israel will maintain security vetting procedures to prevent terrorist infiltration while allowing legitimate humanitarian access. The reopening represents a measured approach balancing humanitarian concerns with Israel’s right to defend itself against terrorist threats, something the previous administration’s policies consistently failed to achieve through their unrealistic demands for unconditional border access.

Phase Two Focuses on Disarmament and Reconstruction

The Trump peace plan now advances to its second phase, which addresses the fundamental security concerns that conservatives recognize as essential for lasting peace. Phase two requires Hamas disarmament, deployment of international security forces, and retraining of Palestinian police to establish legitimate governance free from terrorist control. This comprehensive approach acknowledges the reality that peace requires more than ceasefire agreements—it demands dismantling the terrorist infrastructure that threatens both Israeli and Palestinian civilians. The plan includes reconstruction efforts to rebuild Gaza’s devastated infrastructure while ensuring resources don’t fund terrorism. Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem has confirmed the group’s commitment to phase one obligations while demanding Rafah’s opening, but the critical disarmament negotiations remain contentious. This structured framework reflects conservative principles of peace through strength and accountability, standing firm against terrorism while offering pathways to legitimate Palestinian self-governance.

Gvili’s family had urged delaying phase two until their son’s remains were recovered, demonstrating Israel’s commitment to leaving no one behind—a value conservatives deeply respect. The recovery brings closure to a nation that has endured unimaginable trauma since Hamas’s unprovoked attack. As Trump celebrated the milestone on social media, Americans can take pride that their president’s leadership has achieved what years of failed diplomacy could not: bringing home hostages and establishing conditions for sustainable peace that protects both American interests and our ally Israel’s security.