After 3,800 days in captivity, Hamas’s longest-held hostage is set for release
1 month ago

After 3,800 days in captivity, Hamas’s longest-held hostage is set for release

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Avera Mengistu, his image on a TV screen, became a symbol for Israelis of Ethiopian descent of their marginalized position in Israeli society. “He could have been brought back home much earlier," Pnina Tamano-Shata, an Israeli lawmaker of Ethiopian descent who has been in touch with the family over the years, said of Mengistu. Israel’s government for years held indirect talks with Hamas about freeing Mengistu, Sayed and the bodies of two soldiers killed in an earlier conflict between Israel and Palestinian militants in Gaza, according to Gershon Baskin, a former Israeli hostage negotiator, who was involved in the talks. In a recording leaked to Israeli media in 2015, the prime minister’s then-representative for hostages, Lior Lotan, told members of the Mengistu family in a meeting that they should avoid criticizing Israel, Netanyahu, and publicly connecting the case to the disadvantaged Ethiopian community and perceptions that it faced discrimination in wider Israeli society. “It’s a lot of years waiting for Avera, waiting for the government to wake up and save him," said Michal Worke, an Israeli artistof Ethiopian descent, who began painting the Mengistu family in 2017 to raise awareness of his case.

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Israeli hostage freed after 491 days asks: Where was the United Nations, the Red Cross, the world?
5 days, 8 hours ago

Israeli hostage freed after 491 days asks: Where was the United Nations, the Red Cross, the world?

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — Freed Israeli hostage Eli Sharabi, who was beaten, chained and starved while held for 491 days by Hamas, expressed his anger during an appearance at the U.N. Security Council on Thursday for having to suffer for so long and worry every day about being killed. Britain’s deputy ambassador James Kariuki called Sharabi’s suffering “beyond the imagination” and …

Israel pounds Hamas in Gaza in strikes that rescuers say killed 121
1 week, 1 day ago

Israel pounds Hamas in Gaza in strikes that rescuers say killed 121

Deccan Chronicle  

Israel on Tuesday unleashed its most intense campaign on the Gaza Strip since a January ceasefire, with rescuers reporting more than 121 people killed, prompting Hamas to accuse Benjamin Netanyahu's government of torpedoing the truce.The strikes were ordered after "Hamas's repeated refusal to release our hostages, as well as its rejection of all of the proposals it has received from …

Hamas Says It Will Only Release American-Israeli Hostage If Truce Agreement Is Implemented
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1 week, 3 days ago

Hamas Says It Will Only Release American-Israeli Hostage If Truce Agreement Is Implemented

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING CAIRO — Hamas said Saturday it will only release an American-Israeli and the bodies of four other hostages if Israel implements the existing ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, calling it an “exceptional deal” aimed at getting the truce back on track. A senior Hamas official said long-delayed talks over the ceasefire’s second phase would need to …

Hamas says it will only release American-Israeli hostage if ceasefire deal is implemented
1 week, 4 days ago

Hamas says it will only release American-Israeli hostage if ceasefire deal is implemented

Associated Press  

CAIRO — Hamas said Saturday it will only release an American-Israeli and the bodies of four other hostages if Israel implements their ceasefire agreement, calling it an “exceptional deal” aimed at getting the truce back on track. Israeli airstrikes meanwhile killed nine people in the Gaza Strip who the military identified as militants, allegations denied by a U.K.-based aid group …

Hamas says it will only release American-Israeli hostage if truce agreement is implemented
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1 week, 4 days ago

Hamas says it will only release American-Israeli hostage if truce agreement is implemented

New Indian Express  

CAIRO: Hamas said Saturday it would only release an American-Israeli and the bodies of four other hostages if Israel implements the existing ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, calling it an “exceptional deal” aimed at getting the truce back on track. A senior Hamas official said long-delayed talks over the ceasefire's second phase would need to begin the day of …

As Hamas announces US-Israeli hostage's release, Netanyahu dubs it 'psychological warfare'
1 week, 4 days ago

As Hamas announces US-Israeli hostage's release, Netanyahu dubs it 'psychological warfare'

Firstpost  

Signs and a photograph of Edan Alexander, the American-Israeli and Israel Defense Forces soldier taken hostage during the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel by Hamas, stand outside a Jewish community center in Alexander’s home town of Tenafly, New Jersey, U.S., December 14, 2024. Hamas said on Friday it had agreed to free an American-Israeli dual national if Israel begins …

Hamas to release US-Israeli hostage, bodies of 4 others
1 week, 4 days ago

Hamas to release US-Israeli hostage, bodies of 4 others

Firstpost  

As talks continue to reach the next phase of ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, Hamas has decided to release a US-Israeli hostage, Edan Alexander, and bodies of four other dual-national hostages Or Levy, Eli Sharabi and Ohad Ben Ami, hostages held in Gaza since the deadly October 7, 2023 attack, are released by Hamas militants as part of a ceasefire …

Hamas Agrees To Release US-Israeli Hostage, Bodies Of Dual Nationals Amid Talks For Ceasefire’s Second Phase
1 week, 4 days ago

Hamas Agrees To Release US-Israeli Hostage, Bodies Of Dual Nationals Amid Talks For Ceasefire’s Second Phase

ABP News  

Palestinian militant group Hamas has agreed to release a living American-Israeli hostage and the bodies of four dual national hostages who died in captivity. The statement by Hamas comes as talks are underway in Doha to try to broker the next stage of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire as the first phase ended two weeks ago. However, Hamas wants to start negotiations …

Hamas accepts proposal to release US-Israeli hostage, bodies of 4 other dual nationals
1 week, 4 days ago

Hamas accepts proposal to release US-Israeli hostage, bodies of 4 other dual nationals

Live Mint  

Hamas said on Friday it agreed to release an American-Israeli dual national, believed to be the last living American hostage held in Gaza, after receiving a proposal from mediators to continue negotiations on the second phase of a ceasefire deal. Meetings between Hamas leaders and U.S. hostage negotiator Adam Boehler in recent days sought the release of Edan Alexander, a …

Gaza hostage deal possible ‘within weeks,’ US envoy says after direct Hamas talks
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Gaza hostage deal possible ‘within weeks,’ US envoy says after direct Hamas talks

Firstpost  

Last week, US President Donald Trump threatened further destruction of Gaza if all remaining hostages were not released, issuing what he called a “last warning” to Hamas leaders. A new Gaza ceasefire agreement, which would see Israel recover all hostages held by Hamas, could be reached within weeks, according to a US negotiator following rare direct talks with the Palestinian …

Israeli military escalation against Palestinians may lead to hostages' death, warns Hamas
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Israeli military escalation against Palestinians may lead to hostages' death, warns Hamas

Firstpost  

Hamas on Thursday said that any Israeli military escalation against Palestinians would most likely lead to the killing of some hostages, adding that the Israeli threats of war and blockade will not secure the release of the hostages Palestinians walk past the rubble of destroyed houses, amid a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, in Khan Younis in the southern Gaza …

Hamas brushes off Trump’s threat and says it will only free hostages in return for a lasting truce
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Hamas brushes off Trump’s threat and says it will only free hostages in return for a lasting truce

Associated Press  

CAIRO — Hamas on Thursday brushed off President Donald Trump’s latest threat and reiterated that it will only free the remaining Israeli hostages in exchange for a lasting ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. Demonstrators hold photos depicting the faces of Israeli hostages who are being held in the Gaza Strip, during a protest demanding their release from Hamas captivity, in …

Israel suspends aid to Gaza as first phase of truce ends
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Israel suspends aid to Gaza as first phase of truce ends

Raw Story  

Israel said Sunday that it was suspending the entry of supplies into Gaza, with artillery fire and an air strike reported in the territory after it and Hamas hit an impasse over how to proceed with their fragile ceasefire. "Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu decided that, from this morning, all entry of goods and supplies into the Gaza Strip will be …

Hamas wants pressure on Israel to start next phase of Gaza truce
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Hamas wants pressure on Israel to start next phase of Gaza truce

The Hindu  

Palestinian militant group Hamas called on Friday for international pressure on Israel to enter the next phase of a ceasefire that has largely halted the war in Gaza, as negotiations were resuming in Cairo. In Israel, a day after the military acknowledged its "complete failure" to prevent the 2023 Hamas attack that sparked the war, mourners gathered for the funeral …

Hamas to turn over bodies of four Israeli hostages in exchange for release of hundreds of prisoners
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1 month ago

Hamas to turn over bodies of four Israeli hostages in exchange for release of hundreds of prisoners

Associated Press  

CAIRO — Hamas will return the bodies of four dead Israeli hostages on Thursday in exchange for Israel’s release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, the group said, just days before the first phase of the ceasefire between the warring parties was to expire. Israel has delayed the release of some 600 Palestinian prisoners since Saturday to protest what it says …

Hostages' bodies to be released in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, says Hamas
1 month ago

Hostages' bodies to be released in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, says Hamas

Firstpost  

In an arrangement that breaks dayslong logjam, Hamas has said that hostages’ bodies will be released in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel The photograph shows three Israeli male hostages being released by Hamas in the fifth exchange under the ceasefire deal. The arrangement breaks the dayslong logjam between that erupted after Israel indefinitely postponed the release of Palestinian …

Hamas to turn over bodies of 4 Israeli hostages in exchange for release of hundreds of prisoners
1 month ago

Hamas to turn over bodies of 4 Israeli hostages in exchange for release of hundreds of prisoners

The Hindu  

Hamas will return the bodies of four dead Israeli hostages on Thursday in exchange for Israel’s release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, the group said, just days before the first phase of the ceasefire between the warring parties was to expire. In exchange, Israel would release the Palestinian prisoners, as well as an unspecified number of women and minors detained …

Israel and Hamas agree on new exchange as fragile ceasefire appears intact
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1 month ago

Israel and Hamas agree on new exchange as fragile ceasefire appears intact

CNN  

CNN — Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement to exchange the bodies of four hostages for the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, an Israeli source told CNN, indicating the fragile Gaza ceasefire remains intact for now. Israel had delayed the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners and detainees since Saturday in protest of what it said is the …

Hamas to turn over bodies of four Israeli hostages in exchange for release of hundreds of prisoners
1 month ago

Hamas to turn over bodies of four Israeli hostages in exchange for release of hundreds of prisoners

New Indian Express  

CAIRO: Hamas will return the bodies of four dead Israeli hostages on Thursday in exchange for Israel's release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, the group said, just days before the first phase of the ceasefire between the warring parties was to expire. Israel has delayed the release of about 600 Palestinian prisoners since Saturday to protest what it claims is …

Hamas will turn over bodies of 4 Israeli hostages in exchange for release of hundreds of prisoners
1 month ago

Hamas will turn over bodies of 4 Israeli hostages in exchange for release of hundreds of prisoners

LA Times  

Israelis gather Wednesday on the side of a road where the funeral convoy carrying the coffins of slain hostages Shiri Bibas and her two children, Ariel and Kfir, was to pass near Kibbutz Yad Mordechai. Hamas will return the bodies of four dead Israeli hostages on Thursday in exchange for Israel’s release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, the group said, …

Hamas hands over bodies of hostages as Israel frees Palestinian prisoners
1 month ago

Hamas hands over bodies of hostages as Israel frees Palestinian prisoners

NPR  

Hamas hands over bodies of hostages as Israel frees Palestinian prisoners toggle caption Alexi J. Rosenfeld/Getty Images TEL AVIV, Israel — The Palestinian militant group Hamas has returned the bodies of four Israeli hostages in exchange for Israel releasing hundreds of Palestinian prisoners and detainees. The release of the Palestinian prisoners and detainees has been delayed since Saturday when Israel …

Hamas says Netanyahu 'intentionally sabotaging' Gaza peace deal, 'preparing atmosphere' to return to war
1 month ago

Hamas says Netanyahu 'intentionally sabotaging' Gaza peace deal, 'preparing atmosphere' to return to war

Firstpost  

After Benjamin Netanyahu delayed the handover of 620 Palestinians indefinitely demanding that Hamas stop what he described as its “cynical use of hostages for propaganda”, Hamas on Monday accused the Israeli PM of “intentionally sabotaging” the truce agreement, according to a report Israeli hostages, from left to right, Eliya Cohen, Omer Shem and Omer Wenkert, show Hamas issued certificates as …

Hamas denounces delay in release of prisoners
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1 month ago

Hamas denounces delay in release of prisoners

China Daily  

By Jan Yumul in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | China Daily | Updated: 2025-02-24 14:27 Hisham Al-Sayed, a hostage who was released from captivity in Gaza as part of the hostages-prisoners swap and a ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel, arrives at Sourasky Medical Center in Tel Aviv, Israel, Feb 22, 2025. In a statement, senior Hamas official Izzat al-Rishq dismissed …

Israel delays release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners over ‘humiliating’ handover of hostages
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1 month ago

Israel delays release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners over ‘humiliating’ handover of hostages

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Israel said it is halting …

Israel delays release of Palestinian prisoners over 'humiliating' handover of hostages
1 month ago

Israel delays release of Palestinian prisoners over 'humiliating' handover of hostages

Firstpost  

Israel has said that it is delaying the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, citing the need to ensure the safe handover of the next group of hostages without what it called “humiliating ceremonies.” Israel said on Sunday that it had delayed the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners “until the release of the next hostages has been assured, and …

Israel postpones 620 Palestinian prisoner release until Hamas ends ‘humiliating ceremonies’ of hostage displays
1 month ago

Israel postpones 620 Palestinian prisoner release until Hamas ends ‘humiliating ceremonies’ of hostage displays

Live Mint  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that the release of Palestinian prisoners under the Gaza ceasefire deal would be delayed until Hamas ends its “humiliating ceremonies” during the release of Israeli hostages. In their seventh scheduled prisoner-hostage swap, Hamas released six Israeli captives on Saturday while Israel delayed releasing Palestinian prisoners. The release of 620 Palestinian prisoners was …

Netanyahu delays freeing Palestinian prisoners; says Hamas must stop ‘humiliating ceremonies’ during hostage release
1 month ago

Netanyahu delays freeing Palestinian prisoners; says Hamas must stop ‘humiliating ceremonies’ during hostage release

The Hindu  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said early on Sunday that freeing Palestinian prisoners under the Gaza ceasefire deal will be delayed until Hamas ends "humiliating ceremonies" it holds while handing over Israeli hostages. "In light of Hamas' repeated violations — including the disgraceful ceremonies that dishonour our hostages and the cynical use of hostages for propaganda — it has been …

Israel delays release of 620 Palestinian prisoners due to Hamas' ‘cruel’ hostage exchange
1 month ago

Israel delays release of 620 Palestinian prisoners due to Hamas' ‘cruel’ hostage exchange

Hindustan Times  

Israel has delayed the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners over the "humiliating ceremonies" that the Israeli hostages have received at the time of handover in Gaza, with Tel Aviv now asking for an assurance of the release of next set of captives. As many as 620 Palestinian prisoners were set to be released in exchange for the six Israeli …

Israel postpones release of Palestinian prisoners in latest swap
1 month ago

Israel postpones release of Palestinian prisoners in latest swap

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2025-02-23 01:33 GAZA/JERUSALEM -- The Israeli government has postponed the release of 602 Palestinian prisoners agreed as part of the latest hostage-prisoner swap, Palestinian and Israeli sources said on Saturday evening. In the first batch, two hostages were transferred from a vehicle of al-Qassam Brigades, Hamas's armed wing, to vehicles of the ICRC in Rafah, southern Gaza, …

Israel delays release of 620 Palestinians over 'humiliating' hostage handover
1 month ago

Israel delays release of 620 Palestinians over 'humiliating' hostage handover

India Today  

Israel said on Sunday it was delaying the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners it had planned to free the day before until militant group Hamas met its conditions, underscoring the fragility of the Gaza ceasefire accord. Israel's announcement, which also accused Hamas of repeatedly violating the month-old ceasefire, came after the Palestinian militant group on Saturday handed over six …

‘Blatant violation’: Hamas slams Israel as release of Palestinians delayed
1 month ago

‘Blatant violation’: Hamas slams Israel as release of Palestinians delayed

Al Jazeera  

Hamas condemns Israel’s decision to postpone release of Palestinian prisoners, saying its claim of ‘humiliating’ handover ceremonies was false. Hamas has condemned Israel’s decision to postpone the release of more than 600 Palestinian prisoners, saying its claim that the captives’ handover ceremonies are “humiliating” was false and a pretext to evade Israel’s obligations under the Gaza ceasefire agreement. Israel delayed …

Hamas Frees 6 Hostages, Uncertainty Looms Over Gaza Ceasefire
1 month ago

Hamas Frees 6 Hostages, Uncertainty Looms Over Gaza Ceasefire

Deccan Chronicle  

TEL AVIV, Israel: Hamas on Saturday released the last six living hostages expected under the first phase of its ceasefire with Israel with a week remaining, as growing questions over the next phase clouded the fragile deal 's future. Freed were three Israeli men seized from the Nova music festival and another taken while visiting family in southern Israel during …

Freed Israeli hostage hugs family after 505 days under Hamas captivity | Watch
1 month ago

Freed Israeli hostage hugs family after 505 days under Hamas captivity | Watch

Hindustan Times  

Hamas, the Palestinian militant group, released six Israeli hostages from its captivity on Saturday in exchange for 602 prisoners, who will be released from Tel Aviv's custody. Freed Israeli hostage Omer Wenkert, gestures from a van as he arrives at Beilinson hospital in Petah Tikva, Israel, after he was released from Hamas captivity in the Gaza Strip, Saturday. Five hostages …

Hamas frees six Israeli hostages as fragile phase one Gaza war truce nears end
1 month ago

Hamas frees six Israeli hostages as fragile phase one Gaza war truce nears end

Hindustan Times  

Palestinian militants freed six Israeli hostages on Saturday, with hundreds of Palestinian prisoners expected to be released in exchange under a fragile Gaza truce that is nearing the end of its first phase. Hamas militants paraded newly-released Israeli hostages Elia Cohen, Omer Shem Tov and Omer Wankert on stage in Nuseirat in the central Gaza Strip, as part of the …

‘Stockholm syndrome?’ Israeli hostage kisses foreheads of Hamas militants before release
1 month ago

‘Stockholm syndrome?’ Israeli hostage kisses foreheads of Hamas militants before release

Firstpost  

The unexpected show of affection by the former hostage quickly triggered a wave of reactions on social media, with some saying it was ‘planned and instructed' In an unexpected turn of events, recently freed Israeli hostage Omer Shem Tov kissed the foreheads of two Hamas operatives as he appeared on the stage and waved at the crowd. The Palestinian militant …

Hamas releases all 6 hostages as first phase of Gaza ceasefire ends
1 month ago

Hamas releases all 6 hostages as first phase of Gaza ceasefire ends

Firstpost  

The hostages who were part of the latest exchange are: Eliya Cohen, 27, Omer Shem Tov, 22, Israeli-Argentine Omer Wenkert, 23, Tal Shoham, 40, Avera Mengistu, 38 and Hisham al-Sayed A Palestinian Hamas fighter precedes International Red Cross vehicles as they arrive in Nuseirat in the central Gaza Strip to receive three Israeli hostages as part of the seventh hostage-prisoner …

‘My joy! My life!’: Hamas frees 5 of 6 Israeli hostages under fragile ceasefire, families rejoice
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1 month ago

‘My joy! My life!’: Hamas frees 5 of 6 Israeli hostages under fragile ceasefire, families rejoice

Live Mint  

Hamas freed five of six Israeli hostages due to be released on Saturday in the latest exchange under the fragile ceasefire. These three were abducted by Hamas fighters at the Nova music festival when militants stormed into southern Gaza on October 7, 2023 in the attack that triggered the nearly 16-month Israeli campaign in Gaza. Hostages 'dressed in fake army …

Israel Delays Release Of Palestinian Prisoners, Citing 'Humiliating' Handovers Of Hostages
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1 month ago

Israel Delays Release Of Palestinian Prisoners, Citing 'Humiliating' Handovers Of Hostages

Huff Post  

Relatives and friends of Eliya Cohen, 27, gather to watch the TV broadcast of his release by Palestinian militants in Gaza, in Tel Aviv, Israel, Saturday Feb. 22, 2025. Ohad Zwigenberg via AP TEL AVIV, Israel — Israel says the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners is delayed “until the release of the next hostages has been assured, and without …

Hamas frees five of six Israeli hostages in latest exchange
1 month ago

Hamas frees five of six Israeli hostages in latest exchange

The Hindu  

The Israeli military says the sixth and final hostage has been released by Hamas in the latest exchange on Saturday and has arrived back in Israel. The latest hostage release, to be followed by the freeing of hundreds of Palestinians imprisoned by Israel, is going ahead after tensions mounted over a grisly and heart-wrenching dispute triggered this week when Hamas …

Six Israeli hostages released by Hamas as Israel to free Palestinian prisoners
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1 month ago

Six Israeli hostages released by Hamas as Israel to free Palestinian prisoners

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Two Israeli hostages held captive …

Israel delays release of Palestinian prisoners, citing ‘humiliating’ handovers of hostages
1 month ago

Israel delays release of Palestinian prisoners, citing ‘humiliating’ handovers of hostages

Associated Press  

TEL AVIV, Israel — Israel says the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners is delayed “until the release of the next hostages has been assured, and without the humiliating ceremonies” at handovers of Israeli captives in Gaza. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print The Israeli statement cited “ceremonies that demean the dignity of …

Israel prepares to receive six more hostages from Hamas
1 month ago

Israel prepares to receive six more hostages from Hamas

The Hindu  

Israel prepared on Saturday to receive six more hostages from Gaza in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners and detainees, after accusations over the return of a misidentified body this week threatened to derail a fragile truce. The six, the last living hostages from a group of 33 due to be freed in the first stage of the ceasefire deal …

Israel to receive six more hostages from Hamas as shaky truce continues
1 month ago

Israel to receive six more hostages from Hamas as shaky truce continues

Hindustan Times  

Israel prepared on Saturday to receive six more hostages from Gaza in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners and detainees, after accusations over the return of a misidentified body this week threatened to derail a fragile truce. The six, the last living hostages from a group of 33 due to be freed in the first stage of the ceasefire deal …

Six Israeli hostages to be released from Gaza, 600 Palestinian prisoners to be freed in latest ceasefire exchange
1 month ago

Six Israeli hostages to be released from Gaza, 600 Palestinian prisoners to be freed in latest ceasefire exchange

ABC  

Six Israeli men will be freed on Saturday — the last group of living hostages slated for release during this initial six-week ceasefire. "We ask that these moments be respected, and that we be granted the peace and rest we so desperately need," Mr Mengistu's family said in a statement published by the Hostages and Missing Families Forum Headquarters. Avera …

Israel delays release of hundreds of Palestinian detainees following recovery of six Israeli hostages from Gaza
1 month ago

Israel delays release of hundreds of Palestinian detainees following recovery of six Israeli hostages from Gaza

CNN  

CNN — Israel has delayed an expected release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners and detainees in exchange for returned Israeli hostages “until further notice,” the Palestinian Prisoners Society said early Sunday. Israel’s Prime Minister’s Office confirmed the postponement, demanding guarantees that future hostage releases will take place without “humiliating ceremonies.” Hamas released six Israeli hostages from Gaza on Saturday in …

How many hostages are left in Gaza?
1 month ago

How many hostages are left in Gaza?

Hindustan Times  

JERUSALEM — Hamas released the remains of three Israeli hostages this week as part of a fragile ceasefire that began in January, but a fourth body handed over was that of Palestinian woman, Israeli officials said. A fourth body that Hamas had said was that of the Bibas children’s mother was also released — but DNA tests showed it was …

Who are the hostages freed by Hamas as part of the ceasefire in Gaza?
1 month ago

Who are the hostages freed by Hamas as part of the ceasefire in Gaza?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The bodies of four Israelis …

Hamas hands over remains said to be those of Shari, Ariel and Kfir Bibas, Oded Lifshitz in latest ceasefire exchange
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1 month ago

Hamas hands over remains said to be those of Shari, Ariel and Kfir Bibas, Oded Lifshitz in latest ceasefire exchange

ABC  

Hamas has returned the bodies of four hostages to Israel, on what Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu earlier labelled a "wrenching day, a day of grief" for Israelis. The remains are said to include those of Shiri Bibas and her two young children, Ariel and Kfir, who were abducted from Kibbutz Nir Oz in southern Israel during the October 7, …

Fearing resumption of war, Hamas proposes releasing all remaining hostages in ‘one go’
1 month ago

Fearing resumption of war, Hamas proposes releasing all remaining hostages in ‘one go’

Firstpost  

Hamas’ proposal comes after Trump last week threatened to resume the war in Gaza if “all hostages” were not released by past Saturday Three Israeli male hostages released by Hamas in the fifth exchange under the ceasefire deal. AP Palestinian militant group Hamas proposed Wednesday to release all remaining hostages in “one go” under the second phase of the peace …

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