With the recovery of the mortal remains of Ran Gvili, the last Israeli hostage in the Gaza Strip, high-ranking participants assess that a historic turning point has been reached. This step removes the final obstacle to opening the Rafah border crossing and to further implementing US President Donald Trump’s 20-point plan.

Leading representatives of the international Board of Peace speak of an extraordinary success. In recent days, there has been an intensive, coordinated effort by all parties involved—including Hamas.

“This is 100 out of 100,” says a high-ranking insider. “All living hostages and all fallen have returned, including one fallen from the previous war. The entire hostage chapter—living and dead—is closed. The table is clear. This is a strategic breakthrough.”

Opening of Rafah: The next immediate step

According to the agreement between Israel and the USA, the Rafah border crossing is to be opened in the coming days according to the agreed model. A European observer mission (EUBAM) has been stationed on site for months together with local...

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