Hamas has released three Israeli hostages in a recent exchange facilitated by the Red Cross, amidst a fragile ceasefire that remains clouded by tensions. The hostages, all in their 20s, were showcased before a large Palestinian crowd in Nuseirat, despite not being military personnel at the time of their abduction during an attack at a music festival in October 2023. Their release comes alongside other hostages freed in Rafah, drawing emotional responses from families in Israel, marking a significant moment in the ongoing conflict.
Hamas has handed over three more Israeli hostages to the Red Cross in the latest exchange under the fragile ceasefire.
The three Israeli men in their 20s were dressed in fake army uniforms, though they were not soldiers when they were kidnapped.
Cohen's family and friends in Israel chanted 'Eliya! Eliya! Eliya!' and cheered when they saw him for the first time.
The two hostages were put into Red Cross vehicles after being brought out onto a stage by masked and armed Hamas fighters.
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