Israel frees four more Lebanese prisoners in Red Cross-mediated handover
Summary
Four Lebanese prisoners held in Israel were released and handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) after talks brokered by the United States. This is the first prisoner exchange since fighting escalated between Israel and Hezbollah six months ago.Key Facts
- Four Lebanese detainees were released by Israel and transferred to Lebanon through the ICRC.
- Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun thanked the US and the ICRC for helping with the prisoner transfer.
- The US has been mediating talks between Lebanon and Israel to reduce ongoing conflict.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had promised to release five Lebanese prisoners.
- The prisoners include civilians and Hezbollah members captured during recent fighting.
- The ICRC wants access to see other detained Lebanese prisoners but has had no access since October 2023.
- Clashes between Israel and Hezbollah began after Israel’s military action in Gaza in October 2023.
- Lebanon and Israel started direct talks in April under a US-led agreement aiming for peace and sovereignty.
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