In a significant development, the release of prisoners and captives between Israel and Gaza is currently in progress, with further details expected to unfold in the coming hours.
Here’s what to know:
Israeli Jails Release:
- Today marks the expected release of between 39 and 42 Palestinians from Israeli jails.
- The exact timing of these releases is yet to be clarified.
- Notably, 39 Palestinian prisoners were already released yesterday under the terms of the truce agreement.
Gaza Captives Transfer:
- Fourteen captives held in Gaza are set to be transferred to Israel, with the Red Cross playing a key role in facilitating this process.
- The specific timing of these transfers remains to be confirmed.
Additional Releases by Hamas:
- In adherence to the truce agreement, 13 Israeli captives were released yesterday.
- In a separate move outside the framework of the truce deal, Hamas also released 10 Thai nationals and one Philippine citizen.