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First three hostages back in Israel after being released by Hamas as part of Gaza ceasefire deal - live
Romi Gonen, Emily Damari and Doron Steinbrecher released by Hamas and have crossed border into Israel. Hamas releases first three hostages after ceasefire deal Analysis: Will the ceasefire ...The Guardian - 15m -
Live Updates: First Israeli Hostages Are Returned as Gaza Cease-Fire Takes Hold
The start of a truce prompted celebrations in Gaza, where Hamas militants were openly back on the streets after 15 months of war. But hours after three Israelis were released, Israel still had not ...The New York Times - 26m -
First Israeli Hostages Released Under Gaza Cease-Fire
The three women were handed over after hostilities were paused. Israel will set free around 90 Palestinian prisoners in the first round of exchanges.The Wall Street Journal - 58m -
Hugs and tears: How Israeli hostage return unfolded
Three freed hostages are returned to Israel after a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas came into force.BBC News - 1h -
First 3 hostages released in Gaza ceasefire deal. Here is what we know.
The women are the first three hostages to be released under the newly implemented ceasefire and hostage release deal between Israel and HamasCBS News - 1h -
Displaced Gazans return to conflict areas as ceasefire begins; first Israeli hostages to be released
A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas came into effect in the Gaza Strip Sunday morning.NBC News - 1h -
Lindsey Vonn Crashes, Marking Her First Setback in Her Return to Skiing
The American star was tracking toward a podium spot on the hill that will host the 2026 Olympics.The New York Times - 2h -
Israel’s hostage relief laced with dread
Even with the release of three women on Sunday, uncertainty remains acute for families of those still in GazaFinancial Times - 4h -
First hostages released after Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal | Special Report
The first three Israeli hostages were released on Sunday after the long-awaited ceasefire and hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas went into effect. The three women were handed over to the ...CBS News - 7h -
Ukraine Braces for Trump’s Return
Soldiers and civilians alike say that after so much loss, the new U.S. president must push for a just settlement, not peace at any cost.The New York Times - 11h -
Israel Prepares for Return of Hostages Held in Gaza for Over a Year
Hospitals and health officials have been preparing isolated areas where the hostages can begin recuperating, and there are concerns that the returning captives may be malnourished.The New York Times - 1d -
First look: Disneyland's original Haunted Mansion returns with a heartbreaking new scene
In the ride's trademark attic scene, there's still a tortured bride, but she's never quite looked or acted like this.Los Angeles Times - 2d -
3 Israeli hostages released by Hamas
Three Israeli hostages were released to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Sunday following a ceasefire deal between Israel and the militant group Hamas. The three freed hostages, Romi Gonen, Doron ...The Hill - 6h -
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First three hostages released by Hamas as part of ceasefire
Israel confirmed that three female hostages have been released by Hamas and transferred to Israeli custody. NBC News' chief foreign correspondent Richard Engel reports on the details of the ...NBC News - 7h -
First 3 Israeli Hostages Are Freed Under Gaza Cease-Fire
Thirty-three people were set to be released during the first phase of the agreement, including female soldiers and civilians, children and men over 50.The New York Times - 7h -
Israel and Hamas ceasefire deal takes effect as first 3 hostages are released
The first three hostages were released Sunday after the ceasefire officially began. A total of 33 hostages will be released in the first phase of the deal.CBS News - 7h -
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The three female hostages Hamas says it will release first under the ceasefire deal
A British-Israeli citizen, a Nova festivalgoer and a veterinary nurse are the three women to be freed. Israel-Gaza war – live updates ‘Should we grieve, rejoice or cry?’: Palestinians in Gaza ...The Guardian - 11h -
‘Finally it’s happening. I know he’s still alive’: Families of Israeli hostages await nervously the return of their loved ones
The fate of captives held by Hamas is in the balance until they are finally swapped for Palestinian prisoners. For over a decade the world seemed to have forgotten Avera Mengistu.. An Israeli Jew ...The Guardian - 1d -
Dave Chappelle returns to host ‘SNL’ to kick off first show of 2025
Comedian Dave Chappelle returns to Studio 8H to host “Saturday Night Live” for the fourth time, kicking off the first show of 2025. NBC’s Chloe Melas shares an inside look at what you can expect ...NBC News - 1d -
First hostages set for release after Israel-Hamas ceasefire's bumpy start
Qatar, a key negotiator in the fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement, confirmed Saturday that the first hostages will be released in less than 24 hours. Qatari Foreign Minister Majid al-Ansari ...The Hill - 1d -
Israel prepares for hostages' return with scant knowledge of their condition
A team of doctors in Israel is preparing for the return of the hostages from Gaza with the expectation that many are likely to have severe, life-threatening complications from spending more than a ...ABC News - 1d -
First Israeli hostages set to be released after ceasefire deal reached
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is set to take effect this weekend, with the first hostages expected to be released as soon as Sunday. Elizabeth Palmer reports from Tel Aviv.CBS News - 1d -
Dick Vitale, now cancer-free, returning to broadcasting for first time in nearly 2 years
After numerous cancer battles, Vitale announced earlier this month his vocal cords are cancer-free.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Israel braces for return of hostages after 15 months of pain
Many families of those taken on October 7 have no idea whether their loved ones are aliveFinancial Times - 2d -
Here's what we know about the Americans set to be released in first phase of the hostage deal
Sagui Dekel-Chen, an American-Israeli who refurbished old buses into mobile tech classrooms, has not met his third daughter, who was bornafter he was taken hostage.NBC News - 3d -
Who are the released hostages?
A total of 117 people captured during the 7 October attacks have been released or freed.BBC News - 3d -
Israel and Hamas reach ceasefire and hostage release deal after 'intensive diplomacy'
Secretary of State Antony Blinken had said the U.S. wanted a ceasefire deal in Gaza and all remaining captives released before Donald Trump takes office on Jan. 20.ABC News - 3d -
Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire, hostage release deal
After intense negotiations, Israel and Hamas have reached a deal that would see a ceasefire and the exchange of hostages in Gaza for Palestinian prisoners.CBS News - 4d -
Melania Trump planning to expand Be Best campaign in return as first lady
Melania Trump says she's aiming to expand her children's wellness platform, Be Best, when she returns to the White House as first lady. "I will continue with Be Best and also I will expand Be ...The Hill - 6d -
What are the main obstacles to a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages?
Israel and Hamas have been holding indirect talks for more than a year aimed at ending the war in Gaza and returning scores of militant-held hostages in exchange for Palestinians imprisoned by IsraelABC News - 6d -
Israeli Hostage Hamza Ziyadne Is Declared Killed in Gaza
Hamza Ziyadne, 23, was abducted in the 2023 Hamas-led attack on Israel alongside his siblings and father, whose body was also recovered this week.The New York Times - Jan. 10 -
Israeli military confirms identity of hostage killed in Gaza
Israel confirmed that a hostage found killed in Gaza was Hamza Ziyadne, the son of another hostage, Youssef Ziyadne, found dead alongside him.NBC News - Jan. 10 -
Hostage Is Found Dead in Gaza Tunnel, Israel Says
The hostage, Youssef Ziyadne, an Arab Bedouin, was seized along with three grown children on Oct. 7, 2023. Two of them were released, but there is “serious concern” about the fate of the third.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Gazans React to Trump’s Comments About Hostages
President-elect Donald J. Trump said “all hell will break out in the Middle East” if hostages captured in the Hamas-led attacks were not freed before he takes office.The New York Times - Jan. 8 -
Israeli Army says it recovered body of hostage in Gaza
The Israeli Army on Wednesday said it had recovered the body from the Gaza Strip of an Israeli citizen who was kidnapped by Hamas during its terrorist attack on Oct. 7 and held hostage, and was ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
Bodies of Israeli father and son hostages found in Gaza
The bodies of father and son hostages Youssef and Hamza Ziyadne have been found in Gaza, Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz said Tuesday.NBC News - Jan. 8 -
The source of 2024’s returns
Plus Merton allocation, and the ‘magic’ GDP growth rateFinancial Times - Jan. 2
