Jan 31, 2025 · A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is underway and hostages are being released in stages. But after the initial jubilation of being freed, the released captives — who have been held for more than 15 months — are likely to endure a trying reentry, based on the testimony of those who were held hostage themselves.

19 hours ago · Stalling the next release of hostages from the Gaza Strip, scheduled for the coming weekend, raises new challenges for the already tenuous six-week truce and chances for a lasting end to the war.

Feb 3, 2025 · Hamas and other militant groups kidnapped 251 people from Israel during the October 7, 2023 terror attacks. The Israeli government says that 76 of them are still held captive inside Gaza. At least...

Jan 17, 2025 · Dozens of hostages who are known to be dead would be released only in a third phase, if Israel’s military fully leaves Gaza and reconstruction of the enclave begins.

3 days ago · Three male Israeli hostages and 183 Palestinian prisoners were freed in the fifth round of exchanges between Israel and Hamas Saturday, but the gaunt, frail appearance of the released captives was ...

3 days ago · JERUSALEM (AP) — Three men held hostage in the Gaza Strip for more than 16 months were freed Saturday, bringing to 21 the number of captives released by militants since the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas began Jan. 19.

3 days ago · Discover the details of the Israel-Hamas hostage and ceasefire deal, including the release of 33 hostages and ongoing negotiations for remaining captives. Learn about the phases of the agreement, the American hostages held by Hamas, and how families have endured months of advocacy and uncertainty. Stay updated on this pivotal development in the Israel-Gaza conflict

Jan 30, 2025 · Eight of the remaining Israeli hostages set to be released are dead, according to the Israeli government. Our live coverage of the hostage and prisoner releases has concluded for today. Follow...

Jan 30, 2025 · Israel on Thursday released more than 100 Palestinian prisoners — including some convicted of deadly attacks against Israelis — in exchange for hostages held in Gaza after a chaotic Hamas-led...

Nov 28, 2023 · Israel and Hamas have agreed to extend their cease-fire for two more days past Monday. That raises the prospect of an even longer halt to their deadliest and most destructive war, and further exchanges of militant-held hostages for Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.