Israel and Hamas Prepare for Next Round of Hostage and Prisoner Releases

On Friday, Israelis and Palestinians awaited the next steps in the 42-day Gaza cease-fire and hostages-for-prisoners swap, with Hamas expected to release four female hostages and Israel to free over 100 Palestinian prisoners. The truce held through its first week, with a crucial test expected over the weekend as Hamas promised to provide information on remaining hostages. The deal also included a partial Israeli withdrawal from central Gaza to allow displaced Palestinians to return home, with some hostages being Israeli soldiers abducted by Hamas causing concern in Israel.

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