6 d. ago Gaza ceasefire: Uncertainty surrounds next stages of Donald Trump’s peace plan

Israelis and Palestinians celebrate hostage and prisoner releases, Trump refuses to be drawn on two-state solution

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7 d. ago All 20 living hostages released by Hamas have arrived in Israel

Crowds have gathered in Ramallah to welcome home some of the Palestinian prisoners and hostages released today.

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7 d. ago What to know as Israel and Gaza await release of hostages, prisoners – and aid

Preparations appeared under way on Sunday for the freeing of the 48 hostages and the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners.

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8 d. ago Ceasefire holds in Gaza in advance of hostage release and Donald Trump’s visit to Israel

Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners due to be released Monday

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1 week ago Israel and Hamas agree pause in Gaza war and release of hostages and prisoners

Uncertainty remains about aspects of the broader peace plan advanced by the administration of US President Donald Trump.

Events

1 week ago Israel and Hamas agree to peace deal as hostages and prisoners set for release

Hamas intends to release all 20 living hostages in a matter of days, while the Israeli military will begin a withdrawal from the majority of Gaza.

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