![An International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) team transports the coffin believed to contain the remains of Israeli soldier Hadar Goldin toward the Kissufim Crossing after receiving it from Hamas, in Khan Yunis, Gaza, on October 09, 2025.[Abed Rahim Khatib - Anadolu Agency]](https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/AA-20251109-39661623-39661612-ICRC_TEAM_MOVES_SOLDIERS_REMAINS_TOWARD_ISRAEL-scaled-e1762762684354.jpg)
A Turkish official said on Sunday that Turkey is working to secure a safe passage for around 200 civilians trapped in tunnels in Gaza, after helping to return the body of an Israeli soldier killed there more than a decade ago. The official said, “Turkey succeeded in facilitating the return of Hadar Goldin’s remains to Israel after 11 years of intensive efforts, reflecting Hamas’s clear commitment to the ceasefire.” He added, “At the same time, we are working to provide a safe corridor for about 200 civilians from Gaza who are currently trapped in the tunnels.” Earlier, Hamas said that its fighters in the Rafah area, which is under Israeli control, would not surrender, and called on mediators to find […]
