Hamas has released three Israeli hostages—Sagui Dekel-Chen, Sasha Alexander Troufanov, and Iair Horn—under a ceasefire deal, while Israel freed 369 Palestinian prisoners. The hostages were handed over to the Red Cross in Gaza before being transported to Israel for medical care and reunions with their families.
This marks the sixth exchange since the truce began, with over 300 Palestinian detainees also released. The ceasefire nearly collapsed earlier this week, but resumed after pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump and Arab leaders. Meanwhile, Gaza’s death toll continues to rise, with ongoing recovery efforts uncovering more casualties.
The release highlights the fragile nature of the ceasefire, with both sides navigating complex negotiations. Israel has vowed to continue working to free remaining hostages.
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