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Israel releases Palestinian prisoners after delay over chaotic hostage handover
Three Israeli hostages were released by Hamas in exchange for 183 Palestinian prisoners, marking a significant step in the ongoing ceasefire negotiations.
The hostages included Ofer Kalderon, Yarden Bibas, and Keith Siegel, who were handed over to Red Cross officials in Gaza.
Israeli crowds celebrated the hostages' return, while over 47,000 Palestinians have reportedly died since the conflict escalated.
Negotiations for the release of remaining hostages and a potential second phase of the truce are set to begin next week.