Fragile Ceasefire Holds as Hamas to Release More Hostages Amid Growing Tensions
Hamas will release three more hostages as part of a fragile U.S.-brokered ceasefire, prompting Israel to free hundreds of Palestinian prisoners.
During Rubio’s visit, less than two weeks since Netanyahu met Trump at the White House, Israel killed two people in southern Gaza.
Marco Rubio meets Netanyahu as Israel strikes Rafah despite ceasefire
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The planned removal of Palestinians from Gaza is a potential crime against humanity.
Netanyahu says Israel working closely with US on Trump’s plan for Gaza
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Rubio is visiting Israel on his first tour of the Middle East as the US's top diplomat.
Marco Rubio meets Benjamin Netanyahu as pair praise Trump's 'bold vision' for Gaza
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Rubio emphasized that the U.S. and Israel cannot return to "tired" strategies that have failed to produce peace in the past.
Rubio, Netanyahu affirm 'common strategy' for Gaza, set sights on Iran in joint statement
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Overall, Israel is also still pursuing the broader goal of causing regime change in Iran, one of the recent US intelligence reports says.
Netanyahu vows to ‘finish the job’ against Iran with support from Trump
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As Rubio Visits, Netanyahu Praises Trump's 'Bold' Gaza Vision
Newsmax·3M·Mixed ReliableThis source has a mixed track record—sometimes accurate but also prone to bias, sensationalism, or incomplete reporting.RightThis outlet favors right-wing views.Resuming the war could be a death sentence for the remaining hostages and may not succeed in eliminating Hamas, which reasserted control over Gaza when the ceasefire took hold last month.
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Rubio has been a staunch defender of Israel in the Senate.
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All three of the men appeared to be in good condition and were able to walk and talk on their own.
Hamas releases three Israeli hostages on schedule
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Cairo’s strategy involves accelerating a reconstruction plan funded by Arab states, which would complicate Trump’s efforts to relocate Palestinians.
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Many Israelis want a deal to bring all remaining hostages home, fearing time is running out.
Israel and Hamas complete their latest exchange as ceasefire’s first phase has just 2 weeks left
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The militant group remains in control of the territory after one of the deadliest and most destructive military campaigns in recent history.
Israel and Hamas complete their latest exchange as ceasefire’s first phase has just 2 weeks left
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Despite the performative nature of the release, Israelis were more optimistic about the hostages’ health this time, compared to the hostage release on Feb. 8.
Israel, Hamas release prisoners in latest exchange despite ceasefire tensions
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Liri and the other female hostages were forced to endure harsh conditions with minimal food and poor hygiene, Albag continued.
Parents of released Israeli female hostages describe their daughters’ suffering in Hamas captivity
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The three former hostages will be treated at Israeli medical centers, undergoing physical checkups and a much more extended time of psychological care after they return to their families.
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The exchange, the sixth of its kind since the accord was struck nearly a month ago, went more smoothly than some of the previous handovers.
Rejoicing, apprehension as three more hostages freed under Israel-Hamas cease-fire
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Hamas terrorists paraded the three hostages through a large crowd before releasing them in a show of force likely designed to underscore the fact that the terrorist group is still operating despite Israel’s war in Gaza.
Hamas Releases 3 Hostages as Fragile Cease-Fire Holds
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Despite 15 months of intense bombing before a ceasefire negotiated by President Trump last month, Hamas staged a military parade to mark the temporary cessation of hostilities and has moved to swiftly reassert control over Gaza in recent weeks.
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Concerns are high about the remaining hostages' condition.
Hamas frees 3 hostages, Israel releases hundreds of prisoners as fragile ceasefire holds
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Israel launched a 15-month war against Hamas in Gaza in response to the October 7 terrorist attack, which saw militants kill some 1,200 people in southern Israel and take 251 others hostage.
Hamas frees 3 more hostages, including American-Israeli Sagui Dekel-Chen, as Gaza ceasefire endures
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Thanks to the concentration of our forces in and around the Strip, and thanks to President Trump's clear and unequivocal statement, Hamas backed down and the release of the hostages continued.
Netanyahu to convene security cabinet after release of 3 hostages
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Nearly 100 hostages remain captive in Gaza, and it is currently unclear how many of them remain alive.
3 Hostages Returned To Israel As Ceasefire Deal With Hamas Continues
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Those released included 333 Gazans who were arrested by Israeli forces during the recent war and were sent back to Gaza — the largest group of Palestinians to be returned to Gaza by Israel following more than 15 months of war.
Hamas releases three Israeli hostages, the 6th group freed under a ceasefire deal
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Israel reportedly released 369 Palestinian prisoners on Saturday, which marked the 6th round of hostage swapping under the ceasefire deal.
Hamas releases 3 more hostages, Israel frees over 300 Palestinian prisoners under ceasefire deal
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Even as many consider Mr. Trump an erratic and unpredictable leader, they increasingly support the spirit of his Mideast policies.
As Gaza Deal Resumes, Israelis Hoping Trump Will Push a Faster Pace of Hostage Release
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Summary
Hamas is poised to release three more Israeli hostages, Iair Horn, Sagui Dekel Chen, and Alexander Troufanov, following negotiations with Egyptian and Qatari mediators. This is part of a fragile ceasefire established nearly four weeks ago, which saw Israel free 369 Palestinian prisoners previously. The agreement remains tension-filled, with U.S. President Trump's controversial Gaza relocation plan challenging its stability. Trump’s proposal to shift over two million Palestinians has received strong rebuke from Arab nations and human rights groups. While efforts continue to secure the release of remaining hostages, the broader prospect of peace remains uncertain.
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