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Hamas released Israeli and foreign hostages in Gaza, exchanged for Palestinian prisoners. Delays and disputes arose over the count of released foreigners and Israel s alleged breach. Mediators intervened as Hamas accused Israel of interference. The agreement eventually proceeded, freeing hostages amid emotional reunions. Amidst an earlier exchange and UN-reported incidents, tensions persisted. The truce enabled aid entry to Gaza, easing hardships, yet questions lingered over the region s devastation and the prospect of a lasting ceasefire.
Hamas on Saturday released a second group of Israeli and foreign civilians it had been holding hostage in the Gaza Strip in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, after an hours-long unexpected delay