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Hamas frees 4 female Israeli soldiers as part of the Gaza ceasefire in exchange for 200 prisoners

Hamas released four female Israeli soldiers as part of a hostage-prisoner exchange under a ceasefire deal, after more than 15 months of captivity in Gaza.
In exchange, Israel released 200 Palestinian prisoners, including many serving life sentences for past attacks against Israelis, according to Israel's Prison Service.
Celebrations erupted in both Israel and Ramallah, with people expressing joy over the hostages' return and the prisoners' release.
However, Israel barred the return of many displaced Palestinians to northern Gaza, linking it to the status of civilian hostage Arbel Yehud, causing tension in the ceasefire process.

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The Express Tribune

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