Hostage Releases and Emotional Reunions Amidst Israel-Hamas Conflict

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A second group of Israeli hostages, including children, were released by Hamas on Saturday after a delay that caused anxiety for their families. In exchange, Israel released 39 Palestinian prisoners. The releases are part of a temporary four-day truce deal brokered by Qatar. The handover was initially delayed due to issues over aid delivery to northern Gaza and the selection criteria for Palestinian prisoners. The truce could be extended if at least 10 Israelis are released daily, but Israel has vowed to wipe out Hamas and insists the deal is temporary.
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