Hamas has reached an agreement to return the remains of four Israeli hostages in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel, marking a resolution to a recent stalemate. This exchange is part of a fragile cease-fire deal, currently in its first phase, which has raised concerns about renewed conflict if negotiations for an extended truce do not proceed. The deal includes the release of prisoners convicted of serious offenses alongside minors. With negotiations for future phases still uncertain, the situation remains tense and unresolved.
Hamas has agreed to release the remains of four Israeli hostages in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, resolving a dayslong impasse.
The agreement comes as the first phase of a fragile cease-fire deal draws to a close, with concerns for the resumption of fighting.
Late on Tuesday night, Hamas announced a deal for the simultaneous release of Palestinian prisoners for the remains of the four hostages.
The impending exchange could be the last in the first phase of cease-fire, leaving both Israelis and Palestinians in limbo.
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