Israel’s Return of Final Hostage’s Remains Reveals Ongoing Challenges to National Security and Sovereignty

For over two years, Israelis kept alive the hope of bringing home hostages taken during Hamas’ brutal October 7, 2023 attack—the deadliest in the nation’s history. The recent return of Police Master Sergeant Ran Gvili’s remains is not just a somber closure for a grieving nation but a stark reminder that Israel faces an ongoing battle to safeguard its citizens and sovereignty in the shadow of a fragile ceasefire.Why Does the Rafah Crossing Stay Closed Despite Agreements?The October 2025 ceasefire mandated Hamas to return living hostages and the remains of those killed, with Israel agreeing to release Palestinian prisoners in...