More than 100 Palestinian prisoners freed by Israel after chaotic hostage release in Gaza
Three Israelis and five Thai nationals were freed earlier in what PM Benjamin Netanyahu called "shocking scenes".
ICRC facilitates release of hostages, detainees between Gaza, Israel
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) announced on Monday that it facilitated the release and transfer of three hostages from Gaza to I
Hamas releases four Israeli hostages in second swap
The Palestinian militant movement Hamas released four female Israeli soldier hostages on Saturday, in return for some 200 Palestinian prisoners, in keeping with a ceasefire agreement aimed at ending the 15-month-old war in Gaza.
Ceasefire: Israel releases first 90 Palestinian prisoners
Israel has released the first 90 Palestinian prisoners under the terms of the Gaza ceasefire deal, hours after the agreement took effect on Sunday. This development is aimed at stopping the fighting that has devastated the coastal territory.
Hamas releases 4 more hostages as part of ceasefire agreement with Israel
Four female soldiers taken hostage on Oct. 7, 2023 by Hamas were handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross in Gaza on Saturday morning, and then transferred to the Israeli military.
Israelis rejoice at release of second group of Gaza hostages
A loud cheer swept through the crowd gathered at a Tel Aviv plaza known as Hostage Square, where giant screens livestreamed the long-awaited release of four Israeli hostages on Saturday,
Middle East Latest: 2 Freed Hostages Are Back in Israel
Two released hostages, Ofer Kalderon and Yarden Bibas, have arrived in Israel and are on their way to an initial reception point
After the initial ecstasy of freedom, released Israeli hostages face a long road to recovery
Fifteen Israeli hostages were released from more than 15 months of captivity in Gaza over the past two weeks TEL AVIV, Israel — When Ilana Gritzewsky returned to Israel after being held captive in Gaza for 55 days in November 2023,
Israelis and Palestinians rejoice after more hostages and prisoners are freed
The hostages-for-prisoners exchange is a key part of a ceasefire agreement aimed at ending the deadliest war between Israel and Hamas.
Hamas Releases Names of Israeli Hostages to Be Released on Saturday
Palestinian militant group Hamas released on Friday the names of three Israeli hostages that will be released on Saturday. The hostages are Ofer Calderon, Keith Siegel and Yarden Bibas, Hamas armed wing spokesperson Abu Obeida said in a post on his telegram channel.
Live updates: 3 Israeli and 5 Thai hostages set to be released by Hamas
Hamas on Thursday is expected to free three Israeli hostages and five Thai hostages in exchange for Israel’s release of 110 Palestinian prisoners.
Hamas hands four Israeli hostages to ICRC in Gaza, tears of joy in Tel Aviv | N18G
Karina Ariev, Daniela Gilboa, Naama Levy, and Liri Albag—to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Gaza City.
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The Sad Decline of the ICRC
Once the model international organization, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) did precisely nothing for Israeli hostages. The United States should review why it is contributing over $ ...
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Hamas to free three Israeli hostages in next ceasefire swap
Hamas and Israel will conduct their next swap of the Gaza ceasefire on Saturday, with three Israelis, including the father of ...
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'Sunshine': 3 Israeli hostages are free after 471 days in captivity. Here's who they are
After crossing into Israel, they were met by members of Israel's military, doctors, psychologists and mental health ...
'It's about every one of us': JDC Division Director addresses Israel's mental fortitude amid crisis
Efrat Stern discusses Israel's mental well-being crisis, innovative interventions, and the need for community-based mental ...
Tears of joy as four emotional Israeli soldiers taken hostage by Hamas are reunited with their families 477 days after being kidnapped - as 200 Palestinians including 12…
The Israeli Defence Forces confirmed that the four freed women were now with their loved ones, sharing images of the ...
Expected Release of High-Profile Male Hostages Sparks Excitement and Anxiety in Israel
News that three high-profile hostages are expected to be released has brought excitement and trepidation to Israel on Friday ...