Hamas releases 24 hostages on first day of Gaza ceasefire
by Jason Burke in Jerusalem from World news | The Guardian on (#6GM8F)
On day of high tension, Israel also releases Palestinian prisoners and humanitarian convoy enters Gaza
The first group of hostages walked free from Gaza on Friday on a day of high tension and profound relief - but also acute concern for the future after weeks of relentless violence in the war between Israel and Hamas.
Twenty-four hostages were released by Hamas - 13 Israelis, 10 Thais and a Philippine national - as part of a deal that has brought about a temporary pause in hostilities and includes the release of Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.
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