Hamas frees hostages, Israel releases Palestinian prisoners on Day One of ceasefire
A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas was underway in the Gaza Strip Sunday, beginning an initial six-week period of calm and raising hopes for an end to the 15-month war.
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2 developments- Jan 18, 2025Only center coverage:First hostages set for release after Israel-Hamas ceasefire’s bumpy start
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13 viewpointsWho are the Israelis released on the first day of the cease-fire?
Who are the Israelis released on the first day of the ceasefire?
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27 viewpointsGaza ceasefire begins: Israel frees 90 prisoners after Hamas returns 3 hostages
First Palestinian detainees released in ceasefire deal
Gaza ceasefire and first hostage and prisoner releases bring Palestinians and Israelis some joy and hope
Israel-Hamas truce holding after first hostage-prisoner swap
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7 viewpointsIsrael releases 90 Palestinian prisoners as part of cease-fire deal to free hostages
Israel releases Palestinian prisoners in accordance with ceasefire deal
3 Israeli hostages arrive in Israel as fragile ceasefire passes first hurdle
Three Israeli hostages arrive in Israel as fragile ceasefire passes first hurdle
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Israeli hostages, Palestinian detainees freed on first Gaza truce exchange
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