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Hostages Freed from Gaza Amid Ceasefire
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In the midst of a volatile conflict between Israel and Hamas, the release of hostages offers a glimmer of hope for reconciliation and the restoration of human dignity. As part of a ceasefire agreement, eight more hostages held by Hamas in Gaza were freed, including three Israelis and five Thai nationals. According to BBC reports, these individuals were handed over to the Red Cross before being transferred to Israeli forces and taken to Israel, marking a crucial step toward peace amidst ongoing tension.
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1/30/2025 (7 months ago)
Published in Middle East
Keywords: Gaza, Gaza hostage, Hamas, Hostage, Israel-Hamas Conflict, Israeli Ceasefire, Israeli Hostage
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