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Israel is expected to release more than 100 Palestinian prisoners as the Gaza cease-fire holds.
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Jan. 30, 2025, 3:50 a.m. ET

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Hamas Is Releasing 8 Israeli and Thai Hostages

Hamas released the first of eight hostages on Thursday after more than a year of captivity in Gaza. In exchange, Israel is expected to release more than 100 Palestinian prisoners, including around 30 serving life sentences.

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