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Watch: Israeli soldier Agam Berger freed in third prisoner exchange

Hamas-led militants released the first of eight hostages on Thursday, marking the latest step in the ceasefire agreement that took hold earlier this month in the Gaza Strip.

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Hamas frees eight hostages, Israel puts prisoner release on hold

Three Israelis and five Thai nationals captured by Hamas were freed on Thursday following a ceasefire agreement that came into effect this month.

Israel

Eight out of 33 hostages Hamas is due to release are dead, Israel says

Israeli government spokesperson David Mencer told reporters on Monday that a list provided by Hamas shows 25 of the 33 hostages to be released in the first phase of the ceasefire deal are still alive.

Israel

Hamas to release three more Israeli hostages under ceasefire deal

Qatar mediated an agreement between Israel and Hamas to release Israeli hostage Arbel Yehoud and allow Palestinians to return to northern Gaza. The exchange is set for Thursday.

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Relatives of freed Israeli hostages express thanks in joint statement

The families of the released Israeli hostages delivered a joint statement expressing gratitude after being reunited with their loved ones.

World News

Israelis relieved but uneasy after ceasefire takes hold

Tel Aviv residents expressed mixed emotions after a ceasefire was declared in the Israel-Hamas conflict. The release of hostages has brought hope, but some remain in captivity.

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Emotional reunion of Israeli hostages with families after truce

Three Israelis, including Romi Gonen, were freed and reunited with their families amid celebrations, as a ceasefire begins, hoping to end the 15-month conflict.

Israel

Hamas releases three Israeli hostages hours after ceasefire starts

The three were met by their mothers in Israel, the military announced on Sunday, hours after the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took hold.

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Bernard Phelan recounts harrowing experiences as state hostage in Iran

Held hostage in Iran for over 220 days, Bernard Phelan endured harsh conditions and witnessed executions, ultimately being released in May 2023 after diplomatic efforts.

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Demonstration in front of the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem to demand agreement on Gaza hostages

The demonstrators chanted the names of the hostages and “come back” in Hebrew, while holding 98 photographs of the hostages held in Gaza since the October 7 attacks, 466 days ago, by Hamas militants.

Israel

Israel recovers body of hostage taken to Gaza on 7 October

Roughly 100 Israeli hostages were taken into the Gaza Strip when Hamas militants launched an attack on southern Israel on 7 October 2023.

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Demonstrations for Gazan hostages release in Israel

Hundreds took to the streets of Jerusalem demanding the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza on Thursday night at the beginning of the Jewish religious holiday of Simchat Torah.

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Sukkot shelter in Tel Aviv commemorates hostages held in Gaza

The sukkah, or 'wilderness shelter', stands with empty plates, glasses and chairs in memory of those still being held in Gaza

Israel

Relatives and supporters rally for release of hostages in Tel Aviv

Protests demanding for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his government to reach a deal securing the release of hostages taken by Hamas continued on Saturday.

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No Comment: demonstration in Tel Aviv for the release of Hamas hostages

Demonstrators, including families of hostages held by Hamas, gathered in Tel Aviv on Monday evening to call on US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to press for a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip and the release of the hostages.

Israel

Israeli protesters go on major strike demanding Gaza hostage deal

The first organised strike, meant to be held nationwide, affected key transportation hubs and public services in parts of Israel on Monday.

Russia

Hostages freed and four prisoners killed in Russian prison attack

The incident follows a similar attack in a prison in Rostov-on-Don in June. The hostage-takers claimed to be part of the Islamic State terrorist group.

Israel

Israeli military says it has recovered the bodies of six hostages

Hamas is still believed to be holding around 110 hostages captured in the 7 October attack. Israeli authorities estimate that around a third of them are dead.

Gaza

Palestinian death toll in Gaza hits 40,000, authorities say

The announcement by Gaza's Health Ministry came amid another push by international mediators to broker a ceasefire in the war between Israel and Hamas.

USA

Newly freed Americans back home after prisoner exchange with Russia

The swap happened despite strained relations between Washington and Moscow, worsened by Russian President Vladimir Putin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.