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Israel says it expects hostages, Palestinian detainees to be released on Monday

Israel says it expects hostages, Palestinian detainees to be released on Monday

Summary

Israel announced that it expects all hostages held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip to be released on Monday as part of a ceasefire agreement. In return, Israel plans to release around 2,000 Palestinian detainees. Additionally, aid deliveries into Gaza are set to increase significantly.

Key Facts

  • Israel expects 20 hostages in Gaza to be released on Monday.
  • Israel plans to release about 2,000 Palestinian detainees following the hostage release.
  • An international task force will work to locate bodies of any hostages not returned.
  • Israel prepares to receive and identify 28 hostages believed to be dead.
  • Humanitarian aid to Gaza is expected to rise to 600 trucks per day as part of the ceasefire deal.
  • Egypt is sending 400 aid trucks into Gaza with medical supplies and food.
  • The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation's future operations remain uncertain amidst these developments.

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