Hamas must disarm, free slain hostages for Gaza deal to progress, IDF chief Zamir tells JD Vance
Eyal Zamir added that the return of the remains of the 13 hostages still held in Gaza "must be a prerequisite before moving to the next phase.”
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir speaks to Israeli soldiers near the Gaza border, October 9, 2025(photo credit: IDF SPOKESPERSON'S UNIT)ByAMICHAI STEINUpdated: