The Palestinian militant group Hamas has announced the names of three more Israeli citizens to be released under a ceasefire deal. These three civilians are among the hostages who were abducted during the Hamas attack on southern Israel on October 7, 2023. The hostages are expected to be released on Saturday.
This will be the fifth time since the ceasefire came into effect that Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails will be released in exchange for Hamas releasing Israeli hostages. This has been done in accordance with the consensus reached between the two sides, which is expected to restore peace in the war-affected areas for some time.
Which Israeli hostages will be released by Hamas?
The following are the names of the Israeli citizens Hamas has announced for release: • Eli Sharabi (52 years) • Ohad Ben Ami (56 years) • Or Levi (34 years)
In exchange for the hostages, Israel announced the release of 183 Palestinian prisoners. Hamas says 18 of the Palestinian prisoners released were serving life sentences, while 54 were long-term detainees. In addition, 111 prisoners are those who were detained during the war in the Gaza Strip.
Under this agreement, there is an exchange of prisoners between the two sides, which will provide relief to the conflict-affected families.
Israel accuses Hamas of attacks
Hamas has accused Israel of obstructing the delivery of humanitarian aid under the ceasefire agreement. The organisation has claimed that the entry of hundreds of trucks carrying food items and other essential relief materials is being delayed under the ceasefire that has been in effect since January 19.
“Israel is deepening the crisis for those in need by blocking humanitarian supplies,” Hamas said in an official statement. This is clearly an attempt to manipulate the priorities of relief and shelter. “
After this allegation, the international community is also keeping an eye on this matter. Many countries and organizations have appealed for full observance of the ceasefire and for relief supplies to reach the needy.
Ceasefire and exchange of prisoners
Under the ceasefire agreement, both Israel and Hamas have to abide by their respective terms. In exchange for the release of Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli jails, Hamas will have to release Israeli citizens held in its custody.
Many hostages have been exchanged in the process so far, but many are still in captivity. Due to the increasing tension between the two sides, there is also a situation of dispute over such an exchange.
Israel says it is only releasing prisoners who do not pose a serious security threat. Hamas wants the release of a large number of Palestinian prisoners, including those sentenced to life imprisonment.
The conflict between the Gaza Strip and Israel has affected millions of people. There is an acute shortage of food, water and medical facilities in the region. Humanitarian organizations say that help should be delivered to the war-torn areas as soon as possible so that innocent people can get relief.
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The United Nations, the United States, the European Union and many other countries have urged both sides to respect the cease-fire and provide assistance to those caught up in the fighting. However, the situation on the ground remains grim.
The ceasefire is currently in force, but there is uncertainty over how long it will remain in effect. Tensions between Israel and Hamas are still high, and any small dispute could lead to a renewed war. The international community is trying to resolve this conflict peacefully, but only time will tell how successful it will be. Until a permanent solution is found, the region will remain in the shadow of instability and violence.
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