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.

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Live Updates: First Hostages Return to Israel 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. Three women were the first hostages returned to Israel, which plans ...
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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.
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Hamas releases first Israeli hostages after Gaza ceasefire takes effect

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First Israeli hostages released after delayed start to cease-fire

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said the deal, which includes the release of hostages for Palestinian prisoners, would go into effect on Sunday.
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Negotiators Reach Cease-Fire and Hostage Deal for Gaza

The agreement, which must still be approved by the Israeli cabinet, incited joy in the Gaza Strip and Israel, even as some feared that it could fall apart.
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Israeli Security Chiefs Join Critical Talks for a Cease-Fire in Gaza

Pressure is on to reach a deal that would see Hamas release at least some hostages before President-elect Donald J. Trump takes office.
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