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Israel-Hamas War News Live Updates: In the latest exchange facilitated by a cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hamas on Tuesday evening, ten Israeli hostages (nine women and a 17-year-old girl) and two Thais were released to the Red Cross in Gaza and returned to Israeli territory. Subsequently, Israel released 30 Palestinian prisoners. The cease-fire has been extended until Wednesday, raising the possibility of further exchanges. Since Friday, 81 hostages, mostly Israeli nationals, have been released by Hamas, while Israel has freed 180 Palestinian prisoners.The extension of the cease-fire provides an opportunity for increased aid to Gaza, which has endured weeks of Israeli siege and bombardment, displacing three-quarters of its population. The territory, housing 2.3 million people, has faced significant challenges.Israel maintains its commitment to neutralizing Hamas military capabilities and ending the group s 16-year rule over Gaza. This may involve expanding a ground offensiv