The day's news focused initially on the ongoing legal dispute over the inquiry into the former Chief Military Prosecutor, with Justice Minister Levin insisting on Judge Kula's appointment, rejecting compromise with the Attorney General. Simultaneously, the investigation of a high-ranking police officer, Major General Meni Benjamin, head of Lahav 433, for alleged breach of trust and abuse of power, gained prominence, with National Security Minister Ben Gvir opposing a temporary replacement. Later in the day, the primary focus shifted to Hamas and Islamic Jihad's announcement of returning a deceased hostage's body. By evening, it was confirmed that the remains of Meni Goddard, a 73-year-old from Kibbutz Be'eri, murdered on October 7th, were returned to Israel for identification.