Israel is on the verge of bringing back 20 hostages who have been detained by Hamas for close to two years. The government assures that they hope to bring home all the surviving hostages together at a very early hour this morning. They will be handed over to the Red Cross and then led into Israel. The families have waited patiently for this day since their loved ones were abducted on October 7, 2023.
The remains of those who were killed while in custody will also be repatriated. They will be put in coffins wrapped in Israeli flags and taken to a special area where doctors can identify them. Relatives of these victims indicate that they simply want to be able to bury their dead properly. Everyone is anxious but hopeful that all will go as planned.
Aid Trucks Finally Enter Gaza After Ceasefire Begins
Dozens of food and supply trucks have begun entering Gaza from the Egyptian border. Photos depict columns of waiting trucks lined up to enter at the Rafah crossing. This is under the terms of the ceasefire plan beginning Friday. At least 600 trucks must enter daily, says the UN, to assist the people of Gaza who are under a serious food deficiency.
Around 170 trucks entered Gaza on Sunday, yet aid workers insist this is not sufficient. Most children and families in Gaza have been deprived of decent food and medicine for months. Some areas of Gaza were officially classified as being in a state of famine last August. The ceasefire agreement states that more aid should be permitted to enter, and authorities are seeking to open up additional crossing points so assistance reaches people more quickly.
Trump Arriving in Israel after Prisoner Exchange Advances
United States President Donald Trump is preparing to visit Israel today. Trump played a part in making the deal for the ceasefire work and will be meeting the hostages after their release. Trump will also head to Egypt for a massive peace conference with officials of over 20 nations. Trump’s daughter Ivanka and son-in-law Jared Kushner were already in Israel over the weekend, meeting with hostage families.
In return for the 20 hostages, Israel is releasing 250 Palestinian prisoners and 1,700 individuals who were arrested in Gaza. This comprises virtually two dozen children. Hamas is requesting that some prominent prisoners be added to the list, but Israel has not committed to doing this yet. Negotiations continue in order to iron out the last details regarding who is being released.
News at a Glance
- 20 Israeli hostages still held captive by Hamas due to be released today
- Israel to release 250 Palestinian prisoners and 1,700 Gaza detainees in return
- Approximately 170 aid trucks have entered Gaza on Sunday, with several hundred more lined up
- President Trump is visiting Israel today to greet the released hostages
- The remains of dead hostages will be handed over to their families to bury
- Hamas is demanding that Israel release seven prominent prisoners in exchange
- Thousands of Palestinians go back to their ravaged homes in Gaza City
- Over 20 nations to attend peace meeting in Egypt
FAQs
- When will Israel release the hostages today?
Hamas has until 12:00 local time (10:00 BST) to release all hostages.
- How many hostages are still being held in Gaza?
48 Israeli hostages are still in Gaza, with 20 reportedly alive.
- How many Palestinian prisoners will Israel release?
Israel is releasing 250 prisoners and 1,700 Gaza detainees, including kids.
- Is Donald Trump in Israel today?
Yes, Trump is going to Israel and then Egypt for a peace conference.
- How much relief is coming into Gaza presently?
Around 170 trucks entered yesterday, but the UN states 600 per day are necessary.
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