Summary
Hamas and Israel began exchanging captives and prisoners as part of a ceasefire deal. Hamas released 20 Israeli captives, while Israel started releasing around 2,000 Palestinian prisoners. The exchange was overseen by the International Committee of the Red Cross and is part of efforts to end the ongoing conflict and allow humanitarian aid into Gaza.
Key Facts
- Hamas released 20 Israeli captives it had held in Gaza.
- Israel began releasing approximately 2,000 Palestinian prisoners.
- The first group of Israeli captives was handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross.
- Captives' families reunited with their loved ones, who are reportedly in good health.
- The ceasefire deal was overseen by President Donald Trump.
- The prisoner exchange is part of efforts to end the conflict and enable humanitarian aid in Gaza.
- President Trump arrived in Israel to help oversee the peace plan and will attend a summit in Egypt.
- The conflict has caused significant casualties and a humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
