Nearly seven weeks into the war, Israel and Hamas have agreed on a deal that would see the return of 150 Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli jails in exchange for the release of at least 50 women and children held in Gaza, during a four-day pause in fighting, bringing hope to many families.
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The first hostages were initially expected to be released as early as Thursday, but the Israel National Security Council said on that day no hostages would be released before Friday.