Hostage Releases and Emotional Reunions: Israel-Hamas War Update

During the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, a total of 105 hostages were released from Hamas captivity, including 81 Israeli women and children, one Russian-Israeli man, and 24 foreign nationals. The releases brought both tears of joy for the reunions and grief for the murdered family members. However, approximately 130 people taken hostage during the Hamas attacks in October are still believed to be in captivity. Israel released over 230 Palestinian security prisoners in exchange for the hostages, facilitated the transfer of humanitarian aid into Gaza, and halted military operations in the enclave.