Jan 31, 2025 · A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is underway and hostages are being released in stages. But after the initial jubilation of being freed, the released captives — who …

3 days ago · Three male Israeli hostages and 183 Palestinian prisoners were freed in the fifth round of exchanges between Israel and Hamas Saturday, but the gaunt, frail appearance of …

4 days ago · After Saturday’s hostage handover, Israel began releasing some of about 180 Palestinian prisoners expected to be freed on Saturday in exchange for the three hostages. …

3 days ago · JERUSALEM (AP) — Three men held hostage in the Gaza Strip for more than 16 months were freed Saturday, bringing to 21 the number of captives released by militants since …

Jan 30, 2025 · Eight of the remaining Israeli hostages set to be released are dead, according to the Israeli government. Our live coverage of the hostage and prisoner releases has concluded …

Feb 3, 2025 · Hamas and other militant groups kidnapped 251 people from Israel during the October 7, 2023 terror attacks. The Israeli government says that 76 of them are still held …

Feb 1, 2025 · About 180 Palestinian prisoners and detainees are expected to be released from Israeli custody in exchange for the three Israeli civilian hostages released earlier today by …

Jan 17, 2025 · Dozens of hostages who are known to be dead would be released only in a third phase, if Israel’s military fully leaves Gaza and reconstruction of the enclave begins.

Nov 24, 2023 · Sixteen hostages held by Hamas in Gaza have so far been released as part of a long-awaited ceasefire deal with Israel, which began on 19 January 2025. Five Thai nationals …

Nov 28, 2023 · Israel and Hamas have agreed to extend their cease-fire for two more days past Monday. That raises the prospect of an even longer halt to their deadliest and most destructive …