Hamas, Israel

2 American hostages, Bibas family confirmed among first 33 Israeli captives to be released in cease-fire
In addition to the Americans, the Bibas family — including 2-year-old Kfir and 5-year-old Ariel — are on the list of Gaza-held captives that will be freed. “We are waiting for each and every one of you,” the official Israel X account posted. Romi Gonen, Emily Damari and Doron Steinbrecher were the first hostages released by Hamas on Sunday.
Israel-Hamas ceasefire: 2 Americans expected to be released by Hamas in first phase of deal
Latest news and live updates as a Gaza ceasefire deal is reached after more than a year of war between Israel and Hamas.
Who are the hostages being released in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal?
President Biden released a statement following the Israel-Hamas ceasefire announcement Wednesday, saying release of American hostages will be included in the agreement.
Father of American Hamas hostage says he’s ‘optimistic’ for the first time in wake of Hamas and Israel’s cease-fire deal
The father of one of the three Americans still alive in Gaza said he feels “optimistic” for the first time in 15 months following the Israel-Hamas hostage exchange agreement, but he’s doubtful his son will be among the first captives released.
American hostages could be released first under potential Gaza ceasefire
As hopes for a potential ceasefire between Israel and Hamas hangs in the balance, so do the lives of three American hostages still being held captive in Gaza.
What to know about the hostages and cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas set to begin Sunday
Israel and Hamas finalize a historic cease-fire and hostage deal set to begin Sunday. The agreement includes phased releases, intense negotiations and ongoing security concerns.
Three Israeli hostages released by Hamas as ceasefire in 15-month-long war in Gaza begins
A truce in the brutal war that began with the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas attacks trades 3 Israeli hostages for 100 Palestinian prisoners. No American is on the list.
How the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal works
Israel and Hamas have signed a ceasefire agreement to end the war and return the hostages kidnapped by the terror group during the Oct 7 attacks.
First Israeli Hostages Released Under Gaza Ceasefire Reunite with Families
On January 19, 2025, a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas led to the release of three Israeli hostages—Emily Damari, Romi Gonen, and Doron Steinbrecher—who were reunited with their families after 471 days in captivity.
Israel releases 90 Palestinian prisoners as part of ceasefire agreement
The truce allowed Palestinians to return to bombed-out neighborhoods to begin rebuilding their lives, while relief trucks delivered much-needed aid.
News Wrap: 3 Israeli hostages released as ceasefire appears to be holding
In our news wrap Monday, Israeli hostages have been reuniting with loved ones as a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas appears to be holding, humanitarian aid trucks are flowing into Gaza as part of the agreement,
Exclusive: Hamas has added up to 15,000 fighters since start of war, US figures show
The Palestinian militant group Hamas has recruited between 10,000 and 15,000 members since the start of its war with Israel, ...
Hamas Official Says Group Is Ready for ‘Dialogue With America’
In a rare move hours after the cease-fire took effect, one senior Hamas official said the group wants to engage the new Trump ...
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These are the remaining American hostages expected to be released in new Hamas-Israel cease-fire deal
At least two American hostages are expected to be freed from Hamas in the first phase of the newly announced cease-fire ...
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Report: Freed hostage Emily Damari asked if American-Israeli Keith Siegel could take her place
Before she was released from Gaza last week, Emily Damari asked her captors for a favor: to let her neighbor Keith Siegel go ...
Florida hotel discriminated against Arab American group after Hamas attack, DOJ says
The Florida hotel canceled a summit held by the Arab America Foundation almost a month after the Hamas attack on Israel on ...