Hamas frees 4 female Israeli soldiers as part of ceasefire deal

Four female Israeli soldiers taken hostage during the October 7 attack have been released by Hamas in exchange for 200 Palestinian prisoners being held by Israel. NBC’s Daniele Hamamdjian reports for TODAY.

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Hamas Releases Four Female Israeli Soldiers Under Gaza Cease-Fire Deal

The hostages are the second set to be released since the multiphase agreement came into effect, raising hopes for a lasting end to the war.
The Wall Street Journal - 1d
Hamas Says It Will Release Four Female Israeli Soldiers on Saturday

The list of women doesn’t include a civilian Israel had expected to be among the next hostages handed over under the Gaza cease-fire deal.
The Wall Street Journal - 2d
Hamas Frees 4 Israeli Hostages in Exchange for Palestinian Prisoners

The hostages and 200 prisoners were released in the second swap of the Gaza cease-fire deal, which went into effect this month.
The New York Times - 1d
Hamas releases four female Israeli soldiers as 200 Palestinians set free

Disagreement lingers over the last living woman civilian being held hostage
Financial Times - 1d
Hamas names four female Israeli soldiers it will release from Gaza this weekend

Final female Israeli civilian held in Gaza not on list of names supplied by Hamas for next exchange. Hamas has published the names of four female Israeli soldiers being held captive in Gaza who it ...
The Guardian - 2d
Israelis await names of next 4 hostages to be released by Hamas as part of the ceasefire

Relatives of hostages still being held by militants in Gaza have called on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to ensure all remaining captives are freed
ABC News - 2d
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 - Jan. 19
Israeli cabinet approves ceasefire deal with Hamas

Israel's full cabinet approved a ceasefire deal with Hamas. It is expected to go into effect on Sunday.
CBS News - Jan. 17
Israeli cabinet ratifies ceasefire deal with Hamas

Agreement earlier approved by the security cabinet will pause 15-month war in Gaza for an initial six weeks . Middle East crisis – live updates The Israeli government has ratified a ceasefire ...
The Guardian - Jan. 17

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