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News in English (USA) / 16.02.2025 / 02:00

Hostage Exchange Amid Fragile Gaza Ceasefire

In a significant move related to the ongoing Gaza ceasefire, Hamas has released three Israeli hostages, including an American-Israeli, in exchange for 369 Palestinian prisoners. This transaction marks the completion of the sixth swap in a series of much-anticipated exchanges between Israel and Hamas, as pressure mounts with only two weeks remaining in the first phase of the ceasefire. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is convening a security cabinet in response to the hostage release, while families of the freed hostages express both relief and heart-wrenching concern over the conditions endured during their captivity. The political landscape is further complicated as Hamas publicly critiques international figures, including former President Trump, amid ongoing negotiations. The remaining hostages and their treatment continue to evoke strong reactions and calls for humane treatment from various rights organizations.
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