Rubio promises return of all Israeli captives' bodies from Gaza

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio promised the return of all deceased captives held in Gaza during a meeting with two dead Israeli-American captives during a visit to Israel. “We will not forget the lives of the hostages who died in the captivity of Hamas,” Rubio said on X. “Today, I met with the families of American citizens Itay Chen and Omer Neutra. We will not rest until their – and all – remains are returned.” We will not forget the lives of the hostages who died in the captivity of Hamas. Today I met with the families of American citizens Itay Chen and Omer Neutra. We will not rest until their — and all — remains are returned. pic.twitter.com/wdxN9vLXZ8— Secretary Marco Rubio (@SecRubio) October 25, 2025