Hamas hands over first Israeli hostages under ceasefire deal

The men released by Hamas looked exhausted and in poor condition when they were released.

After nearly 500 days, three Israeli men have been released from captivity by the Hamas terror group. This marks the completion of a third of the release target in the first phase of the ceasefire. “Our thoughts go out to Ohad Yahalomi, who is still in the hands of Hamas,” writes French President Emmanuel Macron.

Israeli airline broadcasts news of hostage release to all flights

El Al, Israel's national airline, celebrated the freedom of three Israeli hostages on Sunday by broadcasting the news to all the passengers on its network of flights.Romi Gonen, Doron Steinbrecher and Emily Damari were released to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) after spending 471 days as prisoners in Gaza, marking the first step in Israel's historic cease-fire and hostage exchange agreement with Hamas."I am excited to tell you we have just been…

Local Jewish leader visits Israel as some hostages are released

Steven Schimmel's trip with a New England delegation came as Hamas released three Israeli hostages from captivity.

Israeli hostage’s family thanks Trump, people of Israel after her release

“A special thank you to the people of Israel for their warm embrace, unwavering support, and the strength they gave us during our darkest moments. We also extend our gratitude to President Trump for his significant involvement and support, which meant so much to us.”

Israeli-Hamas Ceasefire Commences - The American Spectator | USA News and Politics

Tears of joy flowed in Israel as three hostages were welcomed home, but fear that Hamas won't fulfill the entire agreement persists.