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When will the Gaza hostages be released?

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The release of Gaza hostages is expected soon as part of a ceasefire plan, with negotiations focusing on a 72-hour window for Hamas to release the remaining 48 hostages. However, the process depends on further agreements regarding troop withdrawals and guarantees for a lasting ceasefire, with both sides expressing mistrust and logistical challenges still unresolved.

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Celebrations after Trump announces first phase of ceasefire

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  • Donald Trump announces Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire and the first phase of a peace plan. 32s
  • The agreement includes the release of all hostages and a withdrawal of Israeli troops. 42s
  • Celebrations break out in Gaza as hope rises for an end to the conflict. 1m 14s
  • Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu calls the agreement a diplomatic and moral victory. 2m 43s
  • Key issues in the negotiations included troop withdrawal and the release of Palestinian prisoners. 3m 30s
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Celebrations after Trump announces first phase of ceasefire
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Al Jazeera
3 hours ago
Celebrations after Trump announces first phase of ceasefire

All of the hostages will be released very soon as part of the ceasefire agreement.

Hamas says it is ready to reach Gaza deal but needs 'real' guarantees
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Euronews
1 day ago
Hamas says it is ready to reach Gaza deal but needs 'real' guarantees

Hamas requires real guarantees of a lasting ceasefire as part of any deal to return the remaining 48 hostages.

Israel, Hamas representatives start negotiations over peace deal
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CBC News
2 days ago
Israel, Hamas representatives start negotiations over peace deal

The first phase of the plan gives Hamas 72 hours to release the 48 remaining hostages, 20 of whom are believed to be still alive.

Peace talks on Gaza set to begin in Egypt
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CBS News
3 days ago
Peace talks on Gaza set to begin in Egypt

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he hoped to announce the release of the remaining hostages in the coming days.

Israel and Hamas to hold talks in Egypt ahead of potential ceasefire
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Euronews
3 days ago
Israel and Hamas to hold talks in Egypt ahead of potential ceasefire

Hamas announced it was prepared to release all hostages in accordance with President Trump's peace plan, but further consultation is needed on other aspects.

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