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As part of the first stage of the ceasefire deal, Hamas releases the bodies of four Israeli hostages in

Gaza war — As part of the first stage of the ceasefire deal, Hamas releases the bodies of four Israeli hostages in return for the Israeli government releasing 617 Palestinian prisoners. The s

Published February 27, 2025· Updated October 28, 2026·1 min read

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Context: Gaza war.

As part of the first stage of the ceasefire deal, Hamas releases the bodies of four Israeli hostages in return for the Israeli government releasing 617 Palestinian prisoners. The second phase of the ceasefire has not been negotiated. [https://www.dw.com/en/final-swap-of-gaza-truce-deal-sees-return-of-4-dead-hostages/a-71767402 (DW)]

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