Dumbledore Explains the Tragic Fate of Neville Longbottom's Parents

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Harry asks Dumbledore about Neville Longbottom's parents after witnessing their torture during the trial in the Pensieve. Dumbledore reveals that Frank and Alice Longbottom were tortured into insanity by Death Eaters, including Bellatrix Lestrange. They are alive but do not recognize their son. Dumbledore urges Harry not to share this with anyone.