In a dramatic hostage handover involving Hamas and Israel, eight hostages were released amidst chaotic scenes as crowds jostled for a glimpse of captives. The release included an Israeli soldier, Agam Berger, but also drew ire from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu due to the disorder surrounding the release of other Israeli captives. As a result, Netanyahu initially suspended the release of over 100 Palestinian prisoners but later agreed to proceed after mediators assured safe passage for future hostages. The event underscores the fragile nature of truce negotiations and ongoing hostilities.
Hamas released a total of eight Israeli and Thai hostages in the Gaza Strip, including an Israeli soldier, Agam Berger, amid chaos from crowds.
Prime Minister Netanyahu was infuriated by chaotic scenes during the handover, using them to highlight the brutality of Hamas.
The Israeli government initially suspended the release of Palestinian prisoners but eventually relented after assurances of safe passage for hostages.
Netanyahu called for international mediators to secure guarantees for the safe exit of hostages in future exchanges.
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