Sanaa: The Lebanese military announced on Wednesday that it has received the body of a soldier, Patrick Bakarian, who was killed and whose remains were withheld by the Israeli army for approximately three months.

According to Anadolu Agency, the remains were handed over by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). The Lebanese army stated that Bakarian had been missing since April 19, and it was confirmed that he was killed by Israeli forces. His body had been withheld since his death.

Lebanon and Israel have recently concluded a sixth round of direct talks in Rome, focusing on efforts to halt Israeli attacks on Lebanon. The conflict has resulted in the deaths of at least 4,324 people, injuries to 12,223, and the displacement of over 1 million individuals since March 2, as reported by official Lebanese sources.

Israeli forces continue to occupy areas in southern Lebanon, with some territories held for decades and others captured during the 2023-24 conflict.