Hamas delegation heads to Cairo to receive released prisoners
2 months ago

Hamas delegation heads to Cairo to receive released prisoners

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The Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorist group and the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine also announced they were sending delegations to Cairo for the same purpose. Image- AP A delegation of the Hamas’s officials led by Mohammad Darwish, the head of its Shura Council, would head to Cairo to meet with Egyptian officials and receive Hamas-affiliated Palestinian prisoners who were released in exchange for Israelis held in the Gaza Strip, Hamas said on Saturday in a statement. Four female Israeli soldiers were released Saturday from captivity in Gaza, and in exchange Israel released 200 Palestinian prisoners, 120 of them serving life sentences. Hamas terrorists released four female Israeli soldiers on Saturday, who had been held captive during the ongoing 15-month-long war in Gaza.

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Israel vows to take more land in Gaza to pressure Hamas into releasing hostages
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4 days, 11 hours ago

Israel vows to take more land in Gaza to pressure Hamas into releasing hostages

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — Israel’s defense minister said Friday he has ordered ground forces to advance deeper into the Gaza Strip, and vowed to hold more land until Hamas releases the remaining hostages it holds. Israel had already cut off the supply of food, fuel and humanitarian aid to Gaza’s roughly 2 million Palestinians, has said it would escalate military operations until …

Hamas says it will only release American-Israeli hostage if ceasefire deal is implemented
1 week, 3 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 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 …

Hamas ‘ready’ to hand over Israeli captive and four bodies held in Gaza
1 week, 4 days ago

Hamas ‘ready’ to hand over Israeli captive and four bodies held in Gaza

Al Jazeera  

The Palestinian group agrees to resume ceasefire talks, promising to free Edan Alexander and hand over four other captives’ bodies. The Palestinian group Hamas has announced it is ready to free Israeli American captive Edan Alexander and hand over the remains of four other dual nationals, after holding indirect talks with Israel. Hamas said in a statement on Friday that …

Palestinians freed in the ceasefire say Israeli forces harass them and their families
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Palestinians freed in the ceasefire say Israeli forces harass them and their families

NPR  

Palestinians freed in the ceasefire say Israeli forces harass them and their families toggle caption Afif H. Amireh for NPR KUFR AQAB, East Jerusalem — Ashraf Zughayer was given two days' notice before being released from Israeli jail after more than two decades. toggle caption Afif H.Amireh for NPR toggle caption Afif H. Amireh for NPR When Zughayer was released, …

Israel says ready for extending ceasefire if Hamas signs deal to free more hostages
3 weeks ago

Israel says ready for extending ceasefire if Hamas signs deal to free more hostages

Firstpost  

Fighting in Gaza has been halted since January 19 under a truce arranged with U.S. support and Qatari and Egyptian mediators, and Hamas has exchanged 33 Israeli hostages and five Thais for some 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and detainees. Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said on Tuesday that Israel is prepared to move to the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement, …

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 …

What we know about the hostages still in Gaza
3 weeks, 4 days ago

What we know about the hostages still in Gaza

Hindustan Times  

More than 16 months after they were seized by militants during Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack on Israel, uncertainty hangs over the fate of 24 people held in Gaza and presumed to be alive. What we know about the hostages still in Gaza Negotiations for a potential second phase of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal could secure their release as well …

Egypt says negotiations between Israel, Hamas on next phase of Gaza ceasefire have begun
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Egypt says negotiations between Israel, Hamas on next phase of Gaza ceasefire have begun

The Hindu  

Negotiations between Israel and Hamas on the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire began on Thursday in the Egyptian capital, Egypt said, averting a collapse ahead of Saturday's expiration of the agreement's first phase. Officials from Israel, Qatar and the United States started “intensive discussions” on the ceasefire accord's second phase in Cairo, Egypts state information service said in a …

How many hostages are left in Gaza?
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

How many hostages are left in Gaza?

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — Hamas handed over the remains of another four hostages early Thursday and Israel released hundreds of Palestinian prisoners as part of the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. Israel released nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and detainees during the first phase of the ceasefire in exchange for the hostages. Here are details on the hostages: Total captured on Oct. 7, …

Middle East latest: Gaza ceasefire talks resume, Egypt says
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Middle East latest: Gaza ceasefire talks resume, Egypt says

Associated Press  

Egypt said late Thursday that “intensive discussions” between Israel and Hamas on the next phase of the ceasefire in Gaza have begun in Cairo. The Geneva-based agency said overcrowded shelters in Gaza and severely damaged water, sanitation and hygiene facilities “create ideal conditions for further spread of poliovirus.” ____ Corrects number of days in vaccination campaign to five instead of …

Bodies of 4 Israeli hostages identified after Hamas returned them, group says
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Bodies of 4 Israeli hostages identified after Hamas returned them, group says

Associated Press  

KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip — Negotiations between Israel and Hamas on the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire began Thursday, Egypt said, averting a collapse ahead of Saturday’s expiration of the agreement’s first phase. AP AUDIO: Egypt says negotiations between Israel and Hamas on next phase of Gaza ceasefire have begun AP correspondent Karen Chammas reports on Israel’s refusal to …

Hamas hands over bodies of Israelis as more Palestinian prisoners freed
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Hamas hands over bodies of Israelis as more Palestinian prisoners freed

Deccan Chronicle  

Gaza City: The bodies of four Israeli hostages were handed over by Hamas early Thursday, authorities confirmed, followed soon after by the return of another group of freed Palestinian prisoners to the occupied West Bank. They were supposed to have been freed last weekend, but Israel stopped the process following outrage over elaborate ceremonies Hamas had been holding to hand …

Hamas hands over bodies of 4 hostages as Israel releases hundreds of Palestinian prisoners
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Hamas hands over bodies of 4 hostages as Israel releases hundreds of Palestinian prisoners

Firstpost  

Hamas handed over the bodies of four slain hostages to the Red Cross on Thursday, Thus, in response, Israel began releasing hundreds of Palestinian prisoners. Image: REUTERS Hamas handed over the bodies of four slain hostages to the Red Cross on Thursday, news agency AFP reported. “The four bodies were handed over a short while ago, and we are waiting …

Hamas hands over bodies of 4 more Israeli hostages under Gaza deal: Reports
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Hamas hands over bodies of 4 more Israeli hostages under Gaza deal: Reports

India Today  

Hamas has handed over four bodies of Israeli hostages to the Red Cross in Gaza, an Israeli security source told news agency Reuters early on Thursday. At around the same time of transferring the bodies, a Red Cross convoy carrying dozens of released Palestinian prisoners left Israel’s Ofer prison, reports said. This handover completes both sides’ obligations under the ceasefire’s …

Hamas calls for talks on next phase of ceasefire after hostage-prisoner exchange
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Hamas calls for talks on next phase of ceasefire after hostage-prisoner exchange

New Indian Express  

French President Emmanuel Macron said he shared the "immense pain" of the family and loved ones of Yahalomi, who had French citizenship. The released prisoners, some of whom had been serving life sentences over deadly attacks against Israelis, wore shirts issued by the Israeli prison service bearing a message in Arabic about pursuing one's enemies. The prisoners released Thursday included …

Egypt says negotiations between Israel and Hamas on next phase of Gaza cease-fire have begun
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Egypt says negotiations between Israel and Hamas on next phase of Gaza cease-fire have begun

LA Times  

Freed Palestinian prisoners react as they arrive in the Gaza Strip after being released from an Israeli prison early Thursday. Negotiations between Israel and Hamas on the next phase of the Gaza cease-fire began Thursday in Cairo, Egypt said, averting a collapse ahead of Saturday’s expiration of the agreement’s first phase. Officials from Israel, Qatar and the United States started …

Hamas hands over bodies of four Israeli hostages as first phase of ceasefire nears end
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Hamas hands over bodies of four Israeli hostages as first phase of ceasefire nears end

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 Hamas has handed over the …

Hamas hands over 4 bodies of Israeli hostages held captive in Gaza to Red Cross
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Hamas hands over 4 bodies of Israeli hostages held captive in Gaza to Red Cross

Hindustan Times  

An Israeli security official said early on Thursday that Hamas has handed to the Red Cross the bodies of 4 Israelis who were held hostage in Gaza. Hamas was set to hand over the bodies of four hostages late Wednesday in exchange for Israel's release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, days before the first phase of their ceasefire will end. …

Hamas hand over four bodies of Israeli hostages in exchange which will see 600 Palestinian prisoners walk free in a matter of hours
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Hamas hand over four bodies of Israeli hostages in exchange which will see 600 Palestinian prisoners walk free in a matter of hours

Daily Mail  

Hamas says it has handed over four bodies of Israeli hostages to the Red Cross in an exchange that will see 600 Palestinian prisoners walk free and marks the end of the first phase of the ceasefire deal. 'The four bodies were handed over a short while ago and we are waiting for the release of Palestinian prisoners,' a Hamas …

Hamas to return bodies of 4 slain hostages without public ceremony
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Hamas to return bodies of 4 slain hostages without public ceremony

Firstpost  

Under the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire, Hamas has held public ceremonies to repatriate 24 live hostages to Israel, drawing condemnation from around the world, including from the United Nations Hamas members carry the coffin of an Israeli hostage before handing it over to the Red Cross in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, February 20. Image: REUTERS Hamas will not …

Israelis bid farewell to a mother and her two young sons killed in captivity in Gaza
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Israelis bid farewell to a mother and her two young sons killed in captivity in Gaza

Associated Press  

TEL AVIV, Israel — Holding flags, orange balloons and signs that said “forgive us,” tens of thousands of Israelis lined highways as the bodies of a mother and her two young sons, killed in captivity in the Gaza Strip, were taken for burial on Wednesday. The plight of the Bibas family has come to embody the profound sense of loss …

Middle East latest: Hamas will return bodies of 4 dead Israeli hostages in exchange for prisoners
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Middle East latest: Hamas will return bodies of 4 dead Israeli hostages in exchange for prisoners

Associated Press  

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. Hamas spokesman Abdul Latif al-Qanou told The Associated Press on Wednesday that Hamas would hand over the bodies of …

Hamas to turn over bodies of four Israeli hostages in exchange for release of hundreds of prisoners
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3 weeks, 6 days 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
3 weeks, 6 days 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 …

Gaza ceasefire talks back on track after prisoner agreement
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Gaza ceasefire talks back on track after prisoner agreement

Hindustan Times  

Israel has agreed to release Palestinian prisoners who were due to be freed last week in exchange for the bodies of four Israeli hostages, Egyptian state-linked media reported, as Washington's top Middle East envoy said talks for a second phase of a Gaza ceasefire deal remained on track. Gaza ceasefire talks back on track after prisoner agreement Palestinian militant group …

Hamas to turn over bodies of 4 Israeli hostages in exchange for release of hundreds of prisoners
3 weeks, 6 days 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 …

Coffins said to contain hostages’ bodies arrive in Israel and Palestinian prisoners freed as Gaza truce nears expiry
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Coffins said to contain hostages’ bodies arrive in Israel and Palestinian prisoners freed as Gaza truce nears expiry

CNN  

Tel Aviv, Israel CNN — Four coffins said to contain the remains of Israeli hostages have been received by Israel, as Palestinian prisoners and detainees were released in Gaza and the occupied West Bank in an overnight exchange as part of the fragile ceasefire deal. The latest transfer was held in private after the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office said an …

Israel and Hamas agree on new exchange as fragile ceasefire appears intact
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3 weeks, 6 days 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
3 weeks, 6 days 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
3 weeks, 6 days 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
3 weeks, 6 days 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 …

The Gaza ceasefire faces a crucial deadline. What happens next is unclear
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1 month ago

The Gaza ceasefire faces a crucial deadline. What happens next is unclear

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. open image in gallery Palestinian militants seen carrying a …

Gaza peace in 'grave danger': Israel, Hamas trade charges as ceasefire nears end
1 month ago

Gaza peace in 'grave danger': Israel, Hamas trade charges as ceasefire nears end

Firstpost  

Hamas has said that it will only continue ceasefire talks with Israel if Palestinian prisoners are released as part of the earlier truce deal. 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 swap on February 22, 2025. AFP …

Gaza peace in 'grave danger': Israel, Hamas trade charges as ceasefire nears end
1 month ago

Gaza peace in 'grave danger': Israel, Hamas trade charges as ceasefire nears end

Firstpost  

Hamas has said that it will only continue ceasefire talks with Israel if Palestinian prisoners are released as part of the earlier truce deal. 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 swap on February 22, 2025. AFP …

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 …

Hamas official says Netanyahu ‘intentionally sabotaging’ Gaza ceasefire
1 month ago

Hamas official says Netanyahu ‘intentionally sabotaging’ Gaza ceasefire

Al Jazeera  

Basem Naim says Israel must release 620 Palestinian prisoners as planned if ceasefire talks are to continue. A Hamas official has accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of “intentionally sabotaging” the Gaza ceasefire deal after Israel postponed the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners. In an interview with Al Jazeera on Monday, Basem Naim said Hamas would not engage in …

Israel PM Netanyahu says prepared to resume war in Gaza 'at any moment'
1 month ago

Israel PM Netanyahu says prepared to resume war in Gaza 'at any moment'

Firstpost  

Israeli PM Netanyahu said his nation was prepared to resume intense fighting at any moment and achieve objectives, whether through negotiation or by other means Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at the plenum, in Israel's parliament, the Knesset, in Jerusalem, November 18, 2024. Reuters file Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Sunday said his nation was prepared to resume the …

Israel PM Netanyahu says prepared to resume war in Gaza 'at any moment'
1 month ago

Israel PM Netanyahu says prepared to resume war in Gaza 'at any moment'

Firstpost  

Israeli PM Netanyahu said his nation was prepared to resume intense fighting at any moment and achieve objectives, whether through negotiation or by other means Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at the plenum, in Israel's parliament, the Knesset, in Jerusalem, November 18, 2024. Reuters file Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Sunday said his nation was prepared to resume the …

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, …

Why has Israel suspended the release of Palestinian prisoners?
1 month ago

Why has Israel suspended the release of Palestinian prisoners?

Al Jazeera  

Future of Gaza ceasefire at risk after Israel suspended the release of Palestinian prisoners. Israel has postponed the release of 620 Palestinian prisoners despite Hamas setting free six Israeli captives on Saturday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called the captive handover ceremonies in Gaza, “humiliating” and is accusing Hamas of using the captives for “propaganda”. Presenter: Cyril Vanier Guests: Alon …

‘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 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 …

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 …

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