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Hamas today handed over four dead bodies of Israeli hostages taken on the 7th of October 2023. This marks the first time since the truce and exchange process began that the dead bodies of hostages have been transferred. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas conflict: Will Israel-Hamas extend ceasefire?

Hamas is set to release three Israeli hostages from the Gaza Strip today, including one who has been held by the militant Palestinian group, Islamic Jihad. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas ceasefire: Israel to release 369 Palestinian prisoners

Hours before a ceasefire deal is set to take effect, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel has not yet received a list of hostages that Hamas plans to release, potentially delaying the agreement.
&ldquo;We will not move forward with the outline until we receive a list of the hostages to be freed, as agreed,&rdquo; Netanyahu said in a statement issued by his office.
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He also warned, &ldquo;Israel will not tolerate violations of the agreement. The sole responsibility lies with Hamas.&rdquo;
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: "We will be unable to move forward with the framework until we receive the list of the hostages who will be released, as was agreed. Israel will not tolerate violations of the agreement. Hamas is solely responsible."
&mdash; Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) <a href="https://twitter.com/IsraeliPM/status/1880663771255099703?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 18, 2025</a></blockquote>
According to the agreement, Hamas is required to provide the names of the hostages at least 24 hours prior to their release. The release was initially scheduled for 4:00 PM local time.
The ceasefire in Gaza is expected to begin at 8:30 AM Gaza time (6:30 AM GMT) on Sunday, 19 January, as confirmed by a spokesperson for Qatar&rsquo;s foreign ministry. The agreement outlines a three-phase truce, starting with a six-week period during which hostages held by Hamas will be exchanged for prisoners detained in Israel.
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<h2>How many Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners will be freed in the first phase?</h2>
During the initial phase, 33 out of the 98 remaining <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-hamas-war-42-day-first-phase">Israeli hostages</a> are set to be released. These include women, children, men over the age of 50, and individuals who are ill or injured, according to Reuters.
The Jerusalem Post, citing Army Radio, reported on Saturday that 25 of the 33 hostages expected to be freed in this phase are believed to still be alive.
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In exchange, Israel will release nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners. Among those to be freed are 737 men, women, and teenagers, some of whom are affiliated with Palestinian militant groups and were convicted of attacks resulting in the deaths of numerous Israelis. The list also includes Palestinians from Gaza detained since the war began.
Details of the prisoners were published by the Israeli justice ministry on Saturday, alongside the ceasefire agreement. The deal specifies that 30 Palestinian prisoners will be released for every Israeli female hostage freed on Sunday.
(With inputs from agencies)

World, Middle East: “We will not move forward with the outline until we receive a list of the hostages to be freed, as agreed,” Netanyahu said in a statement issued by his office.

Hours before a ceasefire deal is set to take effect, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel has not yet received a list of hostages that Hamas plans to release, potentially delaying the agreement. “We will not move forward with the outline until we receive a list of the hostages to be freed, as agreed,” Netanyahu said in a statement issued by his office. Also read: 'When Russians hide, North Koreans shoot': How Pyongyang's troops are reshaping Russia-Ukraine war He also warned, “Israel will not tolerate violations of the agreement. The sole responsibility lies with Hamas.” Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: "We will be unable to move forward with the framework until we receive the list of the hostages who will be released, as was agreed. Israel will not tolerate violations of the agreement. Hamas is solely responsible." — Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) January 18, 2025 According to the agreement, Hamas is required to provide the names of the hostages at least 24 hours prior to their release. The release was initially scheduled for 4:00 PM local time. The ceasefire in Gaza is expected to begin at 8:30 AM Gaza time (6:30 AM GMT) on Sunday, 19 January, as confirmed by a spokesperson for Qatar’s foreign ministry. The agreement outlines a three-phase truce, starting with a six-week period during which hostages held by Hamas will be exchanged for prisoners detained in Israel. Also read: From Zakaria Zubeidi to Ahmed Barghouti: 5 Prominent names among 737 Palestinian prisoners to be freed by Israel How many Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners will be freed in the first phase? During the initial phase, 33 out of the 98 remaining Israeli hostages are set to be released. These include women, children, men over the age of 50, and individuals who are ill or injured, according to Reuters. The Jerusalem Post, citing Army Radio, reported on Saturday that 25 of the 33 hostages expected to be freed in this phase are believed to still be alive. Also read: Gaza truce to take effect Sunday at 0630 GMT; Israel approves list of 737 detainees to be released In exchange, Israel will release nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners. Among those to be freed are 737 men, women, and teenagers, some of whom are affiliated with Palestinian militant groups and were convicted of attacks resulting in the deaths of numerous Israelis. The list also includes Palestinians from Gaza detained since the war began. Details of the prisoners were published by the Israeli justice ministry on Saturday, alongside the ceasefire agreement. The deal specifies that 30 Palestinian prisoners will be released for every Israeli female hostage freed on Sunday. (With inputs from agencies)

Hours before Gaza ceasefire, Netanyahu warns Hamas 'won't move forward' until Israel receives hostage list

Eli Feldstein, an official from Israeli Prime Minister&nbsp;Benjamin Netanyahu’s office, has been revealed as the main suspect in the “serious security leaks case”.

Four Israelis, including the official, have been arrested in connection with the serious security leaks case.

According to a ruling published Sunday (Nov 3) by Rishon Lezion Magistrate Court head Menahem Mizrahi, Feldstein, who has served as a spokesperson in the Prime Minister’s Office, is accused of divulging top-secret information with national security implications to European media outlets.&nbsp;

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The names of three other suspects remain gagged by the court, but it confirmed that they were connected to the defence establishment.

The court said, “The investigation began after significant suspicions arose in the Shin Bet and IDF, including as a result of media publications, that secret and sensitive intelligence information was taken from the IDF and removed illegally, sparking concerns of serious harm to national security and a danger to the sources of the information. As a result, the damage could have been done to the ability of defence bodies to achieve the goal of freeing the hostages [held in Gaza].”

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Netanyahu had sought to distance himself from the case as he claimed no one from his office was arrested or was under investigation.&nbsp;

The leaked documents are said to have formed the basis of a widely discredited article in the London-based Jewish Chronicle, suggesting Hamas had planned to spirit hostages out of Gaza through Egypt.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Eli Feldstein, an official from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office, has been revealed as the main suspect in the “serious security leaks case”. Four Israelis, including the official, have been arrested in connection with the serious security leaks case.

Eli Feldstein, an official from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office, has been revealed as the main suspect in the “serious security leaks case”. Four Israelis, including the official, have been arrested in connection with the serious security leaks case. According to a ruling published Sunday (Nov 3) by Rishon Lezion Magistrate Court head Menahem Mizrahi, Feldstein, who has served as a spokesperson in the Prime Minister’s Office, is accused of divulging top-secret information with national security implications to European media outlets. Also read | IDF says elite Israeli commandos storm Lebanon beach to capture top Hezbollah official The names of three other suspects remain gagged by the court, but it confirmed that they were connected to the defence establishment. The court said, “The investigation began after significant suspicions arose in the Shin Bet and IDF, including as a result of media publications, that secret and sensitive intelligence information was taken from the IDF and removed illegally, sparking concerns of serious harm to national security and a danger to the sources of the information. As a result, the damage could have been done to the ability of defence bodies to achieve the goal of freeing the hostages [held in Gaza].” Also read | Israel officially notifies UN of termination of relations with palestinian relief agency UNRWA Netanyahu had sought to distance himself from the case as he claimed no one from his office was arrested or was under investigation. The leaked documents are said to have formed the basis of a widely discredited article in the London-based Jewish Chronicle, suggesting Hamas had planned to spirit hostages out of Gaza through Egypt. (With inputs from agencies)

Netanyahu's spokesman Eli Feldstein suspected of leaking intel that could have hurt hostage deal efforts

An Israeli delegation that was in Paris returned to the country with noted optimism that a deal could be reached to temporarily pause the fighting in the Gaza Strip with the release of Israeli and foreign hostages.

An official cited by Israeli media said that an "outline of an agreement" was reached by the Israeli, American, Egyptian and Qatari representatives for a temporary ceasefire in the Gaza war sparked after October 7 when Hamas militants stormed into southern Israel and massacred around 1200 Israelis.&nbsp;

"There were good talks, there’s significant progress," Channel 12 quoted an official as saying. "We have a basis on which to build a plan and the negotiations."

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The Haaretz newspaper quoted informed sources saying that the progress at the Paris summit will ensure that the ball is now in Hamas' court.

"Continuing progress is now up to Hamas," it quoted an unnamed foreign diplomat as saying.

The Israeli source cited by the media in the country claimed that the outline will first be presented to Prime Minister Netanyahu-led war cabinet for approval.

<h2>What will be the next stage of talks?</h2>

The next stage of the talks between the warring sides, according to the Israeli source, will focus on the potential release of the&nbsp;hostages held in Gaza in exchange for the Palestinian security prisoners.

The next stage of peace talks will also specify the duration of the truce and the IDF’s deployment when&nbsp;it is enforced.

<h2>What the Gaza truce will be like?</h2>

A Hamas source cited by the AFP confirmed the plan proposed a six-week pause in the conflict and the release of between 200 and 300 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for 35 to 40 hostages still held by Hamas.

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Talks have also taken place in Egypt with Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh. He left Cairo on Thursday (Feb 22).

The talks reportedly focused in particular on an end to Israeli "aggression", the return of displaced people, and a prisoner exchange.

<h2>Netanyahu says Hamas demands are 'bizarre'</h2>

Hamas demands&nbsp;a complete ceasefire and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed the demands as "bizarre".

Netanyahu said that&nbsp;his government is open to a pause in the fighting but has vowed to press on until "total victory" and the complete decimation of Hamas.

At least 29,606 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks in Gaza since October 7, most of the deceased include&nbsp;women and children.

(With inputs from agencies)

An Israeli delegation that was in Paris returned to the country with noted optimism that a deal could be reached to temporarily pause the fighting in the Gaza Strip with the release of Israeli and foreign hostages.

An Israeli delegation that was in Paris returned to the country with noted optimism that a deal could be reached to temporarily pause the fighting in the Gaza Strip with the release of Israeli and foreign hostages. An official cited by Israeli media said that an "outline of an agreement" was reached by the Israeli, American, Egyptian and Qatari representatives for a temporary ceasefire in the Gaza war sparked after October 7 when Hamas militants stormed into southern Israel and massacred around 1200 Israelis. "There were good talks, there’s significant progress," Channel 12 quoted an official as saying. "We have a basis on which to build a plan and the negotiations." Also watch | Israel-Hamas war: Over 10,000 children at risk of severe malnutrition: UNICEF × The Haaretz newspaper quoted informed sources saying that the progress at the Paris summit will ensure that the ball is now in Hamas' court. "Continuing progress is now up to Hamas," it quoted an unnamed foreign diplomat as saying. The Israeli source cited by the media in the country claimed that the outline will first be presented to Prime Minister Netanyahu-led war cabinet for approval. What will be the next stage of talks? The next stage of the talks between the warring sides, according to the Israeli source, will focus on the potential release of the hostages held in Gaza in exchange for the Palestinian security prisoners. The next stage of peace talks will also specify the duration of the truce and the IDF’s deployment when it is enforced. What the Gaza truce will be like? A Hamas source cited by the AFP confirmed the plan proposed a six-week pause in the conflict and the release of between 200 and 300 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for 35 to 40 hostages still held by Hamas. Also read | Israel-Hamas war: Israel's Mossad chief in Paris to discuss possible truce Talks have also taken place in Egypt with Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh. He left Cairo on Thursday (Feb 22). The talks reportedly focused in particular on an end to Israeli "aggression", the return of displaced people, and a prisoner exchange. Netanyahu says Hamas demands are 'bizarre' Hamas demands a complete ceasefire and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed the demands as "bizarre". Netanyahu said that his government is open to a pause in the fighting but has vowed to press on until "total victory" and the complete decimation of Hamas. At least 29,606 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks in Gaza since October 7, most of the deceased include women and children. (With inputs from agencies)

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Israel is facing immense pressure from its citizens to bring hostage negotiations back to the table. Anger and sorrow have mounted in Israel after the IDF admitted to killing three hostages on Friday. Thousands gathered at Israel's headquarters in Tel Aviv to protest the Israeli military's actions and call on to Netanyahu government to do more to release the hostages in Gaza. To know more watch this interview with Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy.

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Israel is facing immense pressure from its citizens to bring hostage negotiations back to the table. Anger and sorrow have mounted in Israel after the IDF admitted to killing three hostages on Friday. Thousands gathered at Israel's headquarters in Tel Aviv to protest the Israeli military's actions and call on to Netanyahu government to do more to release the hostages in Gaza.

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The clock is ticking as the truce that has been great as it is being renewed every 24 hours. But there are clear complications in this. On Thursday, the temporary ceasefire has been extended for 24 hours and the seventh round of hostages-prison swap has already begun.

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The truce between Israel and Hamas is still holding out because of which around 60 Israelis and 118 Palestinians prisoners were released so far. The scenes of tearful family unions have evoked emotions so far of happiness, relief and hope.

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It is the second day of truce between Israel and Hamas and the much awaited second round of hostage has taken place. Hamas has released 13 Israelis and 4 Thai hostages in return for the release of 39 Palestinian prisoners and detainees.

Hostages released through Egypt's Rafah crossing into South Israel

Emotional scenes were unfolding as Israeli children and women held captive by Hamas militants in Gaza for a gruelling 49 days were released and finally reunited with their families. Qatar and Egypt as well as US brokered the deal. Israeli families welcome the second group of hostages after Hamas had delayed the release by several hours earlier accusing Israel of violating the terms.

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Emotional scenes were unfolding as Israeli children and women held captive by Hamas militants in Gaza for a gruelling 49 days were released and finally reunited with their families. Qatar and Egypt as well as US brokered the deal. Israeli families welcome the second group of hostages after Hamas had delayed the release by several hours earlier accusing Israel of violating the terms. To know more watch this interview with Alan Burstein, Visiting Assistant Professor, University of California.

Israel-Hamas hostage release: Hostages return brings tears of relief but fight goes on

Israel-Hamas hostage release: Hostages reunite with family after grueling 49 days

As the temporary truce begins to settle in with the exchange of hostages and prisoners protest to continue to flare up in Israel for the speedy release all hostages. Thousands gathered at the hostages square in Tel Aviv at massive rally in support of the hostages.

Israel-Hamas hostage release: Thousands gather at hostage square in Tel Aviv

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Just about two days left in the temporary truce between Israel and Hamas. Every minute has become precious but then why did yesterday's hostage release get delayed? Here's a quick run through of the main events that transpired during the second exchange of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners.

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Hostage release: Exchanged delayed for several hours over terms of truce

The much-awaited second round of hostage exchange has taken place. Hamas has released 13 Israeli & 4 Thai hostages in exchange for the freedom of another 39 Palestinian prisoners. How will things unfold when this brief pause in fighting comes to an end? Professor James A. Russel, Associate pr#ofessor in the department of National Security Affairs at NPS. An expert on U.S. Foreign policy in the middle east, military innovation, and national security strategy joins us to discuss

Hamas release second group of hostages

The latest from the Israel-Hamas War, 24 hostages have been released by Hamas and 39 prisoners have been released by Israel as a part of a 4-day truce. The war between Israel and Hamas which has been raging for weeks now finally witnesses a few moments of peace. Families on both sides of the war are now reuniting with their lost loved ones.

Hostage release: Hamas released 24 hostages while Israel releases 39 prisoners

Israel on Friday (Nov 24) freed 39 Palestinian women and children from prisons in exchange for the first wave of hostages released by the Hamas in Gaza.

The detainees were welcomed by cheering crowds across the West Bank and some marching in the street carrying Palestinian flags.

A few of them also carried the flag of the Hamas group amid chants&nbsp;in support of Abu Ubaida, the spokesperson of the group's armed wing.

"I am happy but my liberation came at the price of the blood of the martyrs," said Marah Bakir, 24, referring to the nearly 15,000 deaths across the Gaza Strip that its Hamas-led government says were caused by Israel's military offensive.

Freedom from "the four walls of the prison" is "magnificent", said Bakir, who had been in custody for eight years.

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"I spent the end of my childhood and my adolescence in prison, far from my parents and their hugs," she told news agency AFP after returning to her family home in Beit Hanina in annexed east Jerusalem.

"That's how it is with a state that oppresses us."

A total of 39 Palestinian women and minors, who were detained in Israel on various charges, were released under the deal brokered by Qatar to pause the fighting in Gaza.&nbsp;

On the other hand, as a part of the agreement, 24 hostages were released by the Hamas group on Friday, which included 13 Israelis, 10 Thais and a Filipino.

Thirteen Israeli hostages were first handed over to the Red Cross, which then placed them in the custody of Israeli forces after a medical examination.

They entered Egypt through the Rafah crossing and were then handed over to the Israeli forces.

Nearly more than 100 Palestinian prisoners are scheduled to be released over the coming four days and more may be released if the truce is extended.

<h2>Some detainees hail Hamas for their release</h2>

Hanan Al-Barghouti, aged 58, who was released after two months in Israeli custody, praised Hamas, its leader, and the people of Gaza.&nbsp;

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"May God reward them well on our behalf," news agency AFP quoted her as saying. "If it were not for the people of Gaza, we would not have seen freedom.

"We were inside the prison, eating bitterness. They were sadists. They insulted us and humiliated us, but our pride is high and our dignity is elevated, thanks to the resistance."

(With inputs from agencies)

Israel on Friday (Nov 24) freed 39 Palestinian women and children from prisons in exchange for the first wave of hostages released by the Hamas in Gaza. The detainees were welcomed by cheering crowds across the West Bank and some marching in the street carrying Palestinian flags.

Israel on Friday (Nov 24) freed 39 Palestinian women and children from prisons in exchange for the first wave of hostages released by the Hamas in Gaza. The detainees were welcomed by cheering crowds across the West Bank and some marching in the street carrying Palestinian flags. A few of them also carried the flag of the Hamas group amid chants in support of Abu Ubaida, the spokesperson of the group's armed wing. "I am happy but my liberation came at the price of the blood of the martyrs," said Marah Bakir, 24, referring to the nearly 15,000 deaths across the Gaza Strip that its Hamas-led government says were caused by Israel's military offensive. Freedom from "the four walls of the prison" is "magnificent", said Bakir, who had been in custody for eight years. Also read: US President Joe Biden says in contact with leaders to ensure 'every aspect' of hostage deal implemented "I spent the end of my childhood and my adolescence in prison, far from my parents and their hugs," she told news agency AFP after returning to her family home in Beit Hanina in annexed east Jerusalem. "That's how it is with a state that oppresses us." A total of 39 Palestinian women and minors, who were detained in Israel on various charges, were released under the deal brokered by Qatar to pause the fighting in Gaza. On the other hand, as a part of the agreement, 24 hostages were released by the Hamas group on Friday, which included 13 Israelis, 10 Thais and a Filipino. Thirteen Israeli hostages were first handed over to the Red Cross, which then placed them in the custody of Israeli forces after a medical examination. They entered Egypt through the Rafah crossing and were then handed over to the Israeli forces. Nearly more than 100 Palestinian prisoners are scheduled to be released over the coming four days and more may be released if the truce is extended. Some detainees hail Hamas for their release Hanan Al-Barghouti, aged 58, who was released after two months in Israeli custody, praised Hamas, its leader, and the people of Gaza. Also read: Hamas releases 26 hostages amid temporary truce in Gaza "May God reward them well on our behalf," news agency AFP quoted her as saying. "If it were not for the people of Gaza, we would not have seen freedom. "We were inside the prison, eating bitterness. They were sadists. They insulted us and humiliated us, but our pride is high and our dignity is elevated, thanks to the resistance." (With inputs from agencies)

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Hostage release: Hamas frees 13 Israelis, 10 Thai citizens and 1 Filipino citizen

Hostage release: Hamas expected to free more hostages today

Reactions have come from across the world as the truce in Gaza takes effect. The world leaders have applauded the breakthrough as they anticipate the further release of all hostages on the day of the Truce. US President Joe Biden who led the US efforts to secure the pause in fighting says that the deal is 'just a start'.

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