Hostage Release Operation


The Red Cross is facilitating the transfer of hostages held underground in Gaza for over two years.


The first seven hostages have been handed over, with the full release expected by noon (Israel time).


In exchange, Israel is releasing about 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, including:


250 serving long sentences,


1,700 detained during the conflict, and


The remains of 28 deceased hostages.


Emotional and Symbolic Scenes in Israel


Large crowds have gathered in Hostage Square in Tel Aviv, watching and waiting as news unfolds.


Reporters describe waves of emotion — joy, grief, and unity — as Israelis of all backgrounds come together.


A clock marking the days of captivity symbolizes national trauma and hope for closure.


Political and Diplomatic Acknowledgments


Benjamin Netanyahu is quoted praising President Trump, Jared Kushner, and Steve Witkoff for their diplomatic efforts.


Trump’s involvement is portrayed as crucial to achieving the deal, with comparisons implying that the Biden administration failed to achieve similar results.


Kushner emphasizes the bravery of Israeli soldiers and the strategic military actions that pressured Hamas into negotiation.


Global Reaction


The transcript includes praise from Hillary Clinton, who commends Trump’s administration and Arab leaders for working toward a 20-point peace plan.


Clinton frames it as a first step toward ceasefire and reconstruction of Gaza, emphasizing long-term peace and security.

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Hostage Release Operation
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The first seven hostages have been handed over, with the full release expected by noon (Israel time).
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In exchange, Israel is releasing about 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, including:
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250 serving long sentences,
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1,700 detained during the conflict, and
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The remains of 28 deceased hostages.
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Emotional and Symbolic Scenes in Israel
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Large crowds have gathered in Hostage Square in Tel Aviv, watching and waiting as news unfolds.
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Reporters describe waves of emotion &mdash; joy, grief, and unity &mdash; as Israelis of all backgrounds come together.
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A clock marking the days of captivity symbolizes national trauma and hope for closure.
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Political and Diplomatic Acknowledgments
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Benjamin Netanyahu is quoted praising President Trump, Jared Kushner, and Steve Witkoff for their diplomatic efforts.
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Trump&rsquo;s involvement is portrayed as crucial to achieving the deal, with comparisons implying that the Biden administration failed to achieve similar results.
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Kushner emphasizes the bravery of Israeli soldiers and the strategic military actions that pressured Hamas into negotiation.
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Global Reaction
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The transcript includes praise from Hillary Clinton, who commends Trump&rsquo;s administration and Arab leaders for working toward a 20-point peace plan.
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Clinton frames it as a first step toward ceasefire and reconstruction of Gaza, emphasizing long-term peace and security.
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Israeli Hostages are Home after 2yrs in Captivity

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