Israeli Hostages Released in Gaza
Twenty Israeli hostages have been freed in Gaza and are now with the Israeli military, the IDF confirmed.
The hostages were released among loud cheers in Hostages Square, with Hamas providing a list of the 20 living hostages being freed.
They had been held in Gaza since the October 7 attacks in 2023, while the bodies of 28 who were killed are to be returned in stages over the next ten days.
- Israel will release 250 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for the hostages.
- More than 1,700 detainees will also be released as part of the agreement.
Powerful moment in Tel Aviv’s Hostages Square—cheers erupt as it was announced hostages had been safely returned to Israeli forces.
Donald Trump is expected to arrive in Israel, following the release of the hostages.
Author's summary: Israeli hostages freed in Gaza exchange deal.