Palestinian prisoner release
Israeli Military Confirms One Body Returned by Hamas Not a Hostage Amid Fragile Ceasefire
Oct 15, 2025 07:20 pm CST
The Israeli military has announced that one of four bodies transferred by Hamas doesn't match any hostage, creating new tensions in the ceasefire agreement. While Israel released 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, complications continue over the return of hostage remains, with both sides accusing each other of violations as humanitarian aid deliveries resume after a brief pause.
Israel Reduces Gaza Aid Following Delays in Hostage Body Returns: Ceasefire Agreement Under Strain
Oct 15, 2025 01:27 am CST
The Israel-Hamas ceasefire faces challenges as Israel announces a 50% reduction in humanitarian aid to Gaza due to delays in returning deceased hostages. While the exchange of living hostages and Palestinian prisoners was completed, only 4 of 28 hostage bodies were returned, prompting Israel to declare a violation of the agreement. The fragile peace comes as Gaza faces an estimated $70 billion reconstruction need and families on both sides grapple with trauma and recovery.
Tel Aviv Beach Displays Giant "Thank You" Sign as Trump Arrives for Historic Israel-Hamas Peace Deal
Oct 13, 2025 03:19 pm CST
A massive thank you sign greeted President Trump on Tel Aviv's beach as he arrived in Israel to celebrate a landmark peace deal between Israel and Hamas. The agreement aims to secure the release of 48 hostages and end the Gaza conflict, while also addressing humanitarian aid access and prisoner exchanges, marking a significant diplomatic achievement in the region.