Can the Gaza ceasefire hold? And what threats does it face?A lasting peace requires mutual commitment and genuine dialogues between Israel and Hamas.The agreement's success depends on addressing fundamental issues like prisoner releases.
Hamas official says Netanyahu intentionally sabotaging' Gaza ceasefireIsrael's release of 620 Palestinian prisoners is crucial for continuing ceasefire negotiations.
A Gaza mother's heartbreak as her son's release is postponedIsrael's decision to delay the release of 620 Palestinian prisoners brought deep anguish to Najat al-Agha, symbolizing the ongoing conflict's impact on families.
Hamas Expected to Release 3 More Israeli Hostages: Live UpdatesHamas released three Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners amid a tense cease-fire deal.
I can't find the words': Palestinians rejoice with those freed in ceasefire dealThe release of Palestinian prisoners sparked celebrations in Ramallah, emphasizing their perception as heroes among their community.
Israel Frees Palestinian Prisoners After Chaotic Hostage HandoverThe chaotic handover of hostages highlighted tensions in Israeli-Hamas relations and raised concerns about future exchanges.
Can the Gaza ceasefire hold? And what threats does it face?A lasting peace requires mutual commitment and genuine dialogues between Israel and Hamas.The agreement's success depends on addressing fundamental issues like prisoner releases.
Hamas official says Netanyahu intentionally sabotaging' Gaza ceasefireIsrael's release of 620 Palestinian prisoners is crucial for continuing ceasefire negotiations.
A Gaza mother's heartbreak as her son's release is postponedIsrael's decision to delay the release of 620 Palestinian prisoners brought deep anguish to Najat al-Agha, symbolizing the ongoing conflict's impact on families.
Hamas Expected to Release 3 More Israeli Hostages: Live UpdatesHamas released three Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners amid a tense cease-fire deal.
I can't find the words': Palestinians rejoice with those freed in ceasefire dealThe release of Palestinian prisoners sparked celebrations in Ramallah, emphasizing their perception as heroes among their community.
Israel Frees Palestinian Prisoners After Chaotic Hostage HandoverThe chaotic handover of hostages highlighted tensions in Israeli-Hamas relations and raised concerns about future exchanges.
Israel delays release of Palestinian prisoners after 'degrading ceremonies'Israel postpones Palestinian prisoner release until next hostages' safety is assured.
Belarus has released 3 from prison, including an American and a journalistBelarus released three prisoners, including an American and a Radio Free Europe employee, following a U.S.-Russia exchange deal.
Belarus Frees an American and 2 Others as It Tries to Thaw RelationsBelarus released an American prisoner, indicating a potential thaw in relations with the West.
Ukraine updates: 10 held by Russia, Belarus return to Kyiv DW 06/29/2024Ukrainians held captive by Russia and Belarus, including a politician and two priests, have been released and returned home.
Belarus has released 3 from prison, including an American and a journalistBelarus released three prisoners, including an American and a Radio Free Europe employee, following a U.S.-Russia exchange deal.
Belarus Frees an American and 2 Others as It Tries to Thaw RelationsBelarus released an American prisoner, indicating a potential thaw in relations with the West.
Ukraine updates: 10 held by Russia, Belarus return to Kyiv DW 06/29/2024Ukrainians held captive by Russia and Belarus, including a politician and two priests, have been released and returned home.
Russia releases imprisoned American teacher Marc FogelMarc Fogel, an American teacher wrongfully detained in Russia, was released amid diplomatic negotiations that could contribute to ending the war in Ukraine.
Who is Marc Fogel, the US teacher released by Russia?Marc Fogel has been released from a Russian penal colony after three years for drug-related charges that the US deemed unjust.
Russia releases imprisoned American teacher Marc FogelMarc Fogel, an American teacher wrongfully detained in Russia, was released amid diplomatic negotiations that could contribute to ending the war in Ukraine.
Who is Marc Fogel, the US teacher released by Russia?Marc Fogel has been released from a Russian penal colony after three years for drug-related charges that the US deemed unjust.
Joy in Israel, restrictions in Palestine for released captives, prisonersIn Israel, released captives are celebrated, while in Palestine, such celebrations for released prisoners are explicitly banned.
Russia Releases Marc Fogel After Talks With Trump EnvoyTrump's negotiation led to the release of an American prisoner from Russia, showcasing ongoing diplomatic efforts.
Cuba to release more than 550 prisoners after talks with VaticanCuba will release 553 prisoners, potentially enhancing diplomatic ties, influenced by Vatican discussions and U.S. policy changes.
Russia Releases Marc Fogel After Talks With Trump EnvoyTrump's negotiation led to the release of an American prisoner from Russia, showcasing ongoing diplomatic efforts.
Cuba to release more than 550 prisoners after talks with VaticanCuba will release 553 prisoners, potentially enhancing diplomatic ties, influenced by Vatican discussions and U.S. policy changes.
Yemen's Houthi rebels release 153 prisoners of warHouthis released 153 prisoners of war in Yemen, paving the way for potential negotiation progress and family reunification.
Friday BriefingA Wall Street Journal reporter and others were welcomed home by President Biden and VP Harris after being released from Russian custody in a complex diplomatic deal.
Families fear for Cuban prisoners after Trump reneges on release dealCuban families await clarity on imprisoned protestors as prisoner release uncertainty follows Trump's policy reversal.
Friday BriefingA Wall Street Journal reporter and others were welcomed home by President Biden and VP Harris after being released from Russian custody in a complex diplomatic deal.
Families fear for Cuban prisoners after Trump reneges on release dealCuban families await clarity on imprisoned protestors as prisoner release uncertainty follows Trump's policy reversal.
Ninety Palestinians released by Israel as Gaza ceasefire enters second day liveNinety Palestinian prisoners were released in a ceasefire deal, alongside the release of Israeli hostages, as aid begins to flow into Gaza.
Who are the Palestinian prisoners released by Israel?The release of 90 Palestinian prisoners, including 69 women, marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing Israel-Hamas ceasefire.
Ninety Palestinians released by Israel as Gaza ceasefire enters second day liveNinety Palestinian prisoners were released in a ceasefire deal, alongside the release of Israeli hostages, as aid begins to flow into Gaza.
Who are the Palestinian prisoners released by Israel?The release of 90 Palestinian prisoners, including 69 women, marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing Israel-Hamas ceasefire.
Myanmar junta releases prisoners to mark Independence Day DW 01/04/2025Myanmar's military released over 5,800 prisoners, including foreigners, as part of an annual amnesty marking independence day.
Myanmar junta to free about 6,000 prisoners in annual amnesty, including 180 foreignersMyanmar's military government announced the release of 6,000 prisoners as part of a mass amnesty for independence day, excluding notable political detainees.
Myanmar junta releases prisoners to mark Independence Day DW 01/04/2025Myanmar's military released over 5,800 prisoners, including foreigners, as part of an annual amnesty marking independence day.
Myanmar junta to free about 6,000 prisoners in annual amnesty, including 180 foreignersMyanmar's military government announced the release of 6,000 prisoners as part of a mass amnesty for independence day, excluding notable political detainees.
The remaining Bali Nine have returned to Australia after nearly 20 years in an Indonesian prison why now? | Tim LindseyFive members of the Bali Nine were released from Indonesian prison and returned to Australia after nearly 20 years due to a change in leadership.
US military has flown American imprisoned in Syria out of the country, US official saysAn American detainee, Travis Timmerman, was recently freed from Syrian prison and evacuated by U.S. military forces after being held for seven months.
He has come out an old man': joy and grief as loved ones released from Assad prisonsAfter 39 years of searching, Moammar Ali received a photo of his long-lost brother, who was recently released from a Syrian prison.
US military has flown American imprisoned in Syria out of the country, US official saysAn American detainee, Travis Timmerman, was recently freed from Syrian prison and evacuated by U.S. military forces after being held for seven months.
He has come out an old man': joy and grief as loved ones released from Assad prisonsAfter 39 years of searching, Moammar Ali received a photo of his long-lost brother, who was recently released from a Syrian prison.
Syria updates: Rebel forces begin to enter city of Homs DW 12/07/2024Rebels from Hayat Tahrir al-Sham group have reportedly gained control of Homs, marking a significant development in the Syrian conflict.
N.Y. Judge Reverses Quintuple Life Sentence and Frees Walter JohnsonJudge Block admits past sentencing for Walter Johnson was too harsh and highlights the importance of evolving judicial perspectives.
Trump Boasted He Could Get Evan Gershkovich Released from Russia if Re-electedFormer President Trump falsely boasted about freeing imprisoned journalist Gershkovich, using it as a campaign issue and making unbacked ransom claims to gain support.
JD Vance Calls Biden's Russian Hostage Deal a Testament to Donald Trump's Strength'Senator JD Vance praised Trump for non-existent role in prisoner release from Russian detainment.
Ukraine Starts Freeing Some Prisoners to Join Its MilitaryUkraine is releasing prisoners to replenish its depleted military forces.
Prisoners could be released up to two months early to ease overcrowdingPrisoners to be released early to relieve overcrowdingPlans to create more prison capacity
Starmer can either reduce prisoner sentences or risk justice system collapse'The UK government, under Sir Keir Starmer, faces the necessity of releasing prisoners 40% into their sentences to alleviate overcrowding and prevent the collapse of the criminal justice system.
Prisoners could be released up to two months early to ease overcrowdingPrisoners to be released early to relieve overcrowdingPlans to create more prison capacity
Starmer can either reduce prisoner sentences or risk justice system collapse'The UK government, under Sir Keir Starmer, faces the necessity of releasing prisoners 40% into their sentences to alleviate overcrowding and prevent the collapse of the criminal justice system.
Ukraine war briefing: multiple casualties in Russian attack on Dnipro apartment blockRussian missile strike hits residential building in Dnipro, Ukraine, causing casualties.