Hostages Released in Israel-Gaza Conflict as Cease-Fire Holds

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Families of 13 Israeli hostages released by Hamas express relief as their loved ones return to Israel with the help of the Red Cross. In a separate deal, 39 Palestinian detainees are released across the Beitunia checkpoint in the West Bank. Ten Thai nationals and one Filipino are also released by Hamas. The releases are part of a temporary pause in the fighting mediated by Qatar, with a total of 50 Israeli hostages and 150 Palestinian detainees expected to be released over four days.
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