In a significant move towards peace, over 600 Palestinian prisoners have been released from Israeli jails as part of the Hamas-Israel ceasefire deal. The scene outside the Israeli Ofer prison, as viewed from the West Bank side, is one of anticipation and emotion as families eagerly await the return of their loved ones.
Meanwhile, in Gaza, the ceasefire holds steady as six Israeli hostages are handed over to the Red Cross for their return to Israel. Among them are Tal Shoham, Avera Mengistu, Eliya Cohen, Omer Shem Tov, and Omer Wenkert, who have been held captive for an extended period.
The Israeli army has confirmed the safe return of the first two hostages, with the remaining three being transported and handed over to the Israeli military. The scene in Nuseirat, Gaza, was marked by the presence of armed and masked Hamas militants, as the hostages were readied for their journey back home.
The ceasefire, although briefly shaken by the misidentification of the body of Israeli hostage Shiri Bibas, seems to be holding strong as these gestures of goodwill and peace take place. This momentous occasion signifies a step towards reconciliation and a glimmer of hope for lasting peace in the region.
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