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Did Hamas release hostages and what did Israel give in return?

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Hamas released all living Israeli hostages as part of a ceasefire agreement. In return, Israel released about 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, including 250 convicted of serious crimes and many detainees held since the October 7th attack. The exchange was carefully coordinated and overseen by the Red Cross, marking a significant moment of relief for many families and widespread celebrations in Israel.

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Excitement and relief as Hamas releases all living Israeli hostages

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  • All living Israeli hostages held by Hamas have been released and returned to Israel. 1m 14s
  • Families and supporters gathered in large numbers, expressing relief and joy. 15s
  • The handover was confirmed by the Red Cross and Israeli Defense Forces, without a major ceremony. 1m 7s
  • President Trump addressed Israeli lawmakers, suggesting a pardon for Prime Minister Netanyahu. 2m 22s
  • President Trump discussed the need for international cooperation in rebuilding Gaza. 3m 35s
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Excitement and relief as Hamas releases all living Israeli hostages
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CBS News
23 hours ago
Excitement and relief as Hamas releases all living Israeli hostages

The Red Cross and IDF confirm all living Israeli hostages have been released and returned to Israel.

Israel-Hamas swap begins as 2,000 Palestinian prisoners set for release
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France 24
2 days ago
Israel-Hamas swap begins as 2,000 Palestinian prisoners set for release

Israel is releasing about 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, including 250 convicted of serious crimes, in exchange for the hostages.

Israel prepares for return of last Gaza hostages
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CBS News
2 days ago
Israel prepares for return of last Gaza hostages

Israel is set to release hundreds of Palestinian prisoners and detainees as part of the agreement for the hostages' return.

Ceasefire holds in Gaza ahead of hostage release, Trump visit
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Reuters
2 days ago
Ceasefire holds in Gaza ahead of hostage release, Trump visit

Under the ceasefire agreement, Hamas is due to release the remaining hostages, with Israel set to release Palestinian prisoners once the hostages are confirmed across the border.

Thousands Israelis celebrate upcoming release of hostages
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CBS News
2 days ago
Thousands Israelis celebrate upcoming release of hostages

The ceasefire agreement involves the exchange of 48 hostages for 250 Palestinian prisoners serving life sentences and 1,700 others detained since October 2023.

'We're thrilled' says father and husband of freed hostages
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CBC News
2 days ago
'We're thrilled' says father and husband of freed hostages

Israel is preparing to release 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and detainees as part of the exchange for Israeli hostages.

Last Israeli hostages to return home as fragile ceasefire holds
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10 News First
3 days ago
Last Israeli hostages to return home as fragile ceasefire holds

Hundreds of Palestinian prisoners will be released in exchange for the Israelis.

Israelis credit President Trump with ceasefire deal, hostage release
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CBS News
3 days ago
Israelis credit President Trump with ceasefire deal, hostage release

The ceasefire requires Hamas to release hostages in exchange for nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners.

Families of hostages in Gaza await their release
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CBS News
3 days ago
Families of hostages in Gaza await their release

The deal stipulates the remaining hostages will be released within 72 hours in exchange for 250 Palestinian prisoners serving life sentences and 1,700 others detained since October 7th.

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