Hamas frees Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners under Trump's Gaza ceasefire deal

'Everyone was smiling'; CNY Jewish leaders react to 20 Israeli hostages being released by Hamas

SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) -- President Donald Trump was surrounded by world leaders on Monday, October 13, in Egypt, celebrating the long-awaited ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. As a result of the agreement, 20 living Israeli hostages have returned home. Rabbi Evan Shore, of the Sha'arei Torah Orthodox Congregation of Syracuse, said October 13 was a day his synagogue won't forget. "It was joyful, it was exhilarating. For the past tw…

Israeli hostages and Palestinian detainees freed as Trump hails 'historic dawn' in Middle East

1 hour agoShareSaveTom BennettJerusalemShareSaveThere have been celebrations across Israel and the Palestinian territories as a major hostage and prisoner exchange on Monday marked a significant step towards ending two years of war in Gaza.In a crucial first phase of the US-brokered plan to end the war, Hamas returned all living Israeli hostages, while Israel freed almost 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and detainees.There were emotional scenes as f…

Israel and Hamas exchange captives as Trump hogs the limelight

All living prisoners held by Hamas, as well as 1,900 held by Israel, have been released under the first stage of the Gaza ceasefire.

LIVE NOW: Israel–Hamas Hostage–Prisoner Exchange Begins: 20 Living Israelis Freed

Hamas releases around 20 living Israeli hostages in exchange for nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners from Israel on Oct. 13. ...

Trump Casts Vision Of Prosperous, Peaceful Middle East Following Israel-Hamas Ceasefire

By Virginia Allen, The Daily Signal | October 13, 2025 President Donald Trump cast his vision for a prosperous Middle East as he spoke before world leaders in Israel and Egypt. Together, Israel and America will “build a legacy that all the people of this region can be proud of,” Trump said while standing before the Knesset, Israel’s parliament, only hours after the 20-remaining living hostages were set free after two years in Hamas captivity. Wi…

Israel releases Palestinian prisoners, Trump arrives to praise

Meanwhile, praise has been heaped on US President Donald Trump as he arrived in the region.