"DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip -- Hamas released seven hostages into the custody of the Red Cross on Monday, the first to be released as part of a breakthrough ceasefire after two years of war between Israel and Hamas in the devastated Gaza Strip. There was no immediate information on their condition. Hamas has said 20 living hostages will be exchanged for over 1,900 Palestinian prisoners held by Israel."
"Palestinians awaited the release of hundreds of prisoners held by Israel. U.S. President Donald Trump was arriving in the region along with other leaders to discuss the U.S.-proposed deal and postwar plans. A surge of humanitarian aid was expected into famine-stricken Gaza, where hundreds of thousands of people have been left homeless. While major questions remain about the future of Hamas and Gaza, the exchange of hostages and prisoners marked a key step toward ending the deadliest war ever between Israel and the militant group."
Hamas released seven hostages to the Red Cross under a ceasefire that includes freeing 20 living hostages in exchange for over 1,900 Palestinian prisoners. Families and friends cheered as transfers were broadcast and watched at public screenings, including a major event in Tel Aviv. Palestinians awaited hundreds of prisoner releases while U.S. President Donald Trump and other leaders arrived to discuss a U.S.-proposed deal and postwar plans. A surge of humanitarian aid was expected into famine-stricken Gaza, where hundreds of thousands are homeless. The exchange represented a key step toward ending the deadly war between Israel and Hamas, but major questions about Gaza's future remain.
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