Hamas, Israel

Cease-fire between Israel and Hamas begins with hostages being handed over
Three hostages were handed over to Israeli forces — the first of 33 expected to be freed over the next six weeks in exchange for some 1,900 Palestinians. The deal follows months of negotiations.
Hamas gave the three hostages ‘gift bags’ upon their release. This is what was inside
When Hamas’ military wing, the Qassam Brigades, released its propaganda video of three Israeli hostages being released Sunday night, there was a striking detail. As Romi Gonen, Doron ...
What was in the brown bags handed to Israeli hostages released by Hamas?
Freed Israeli hostages Emily Damari, Romi Goren and Doron Steinbrecher were seen holding paper "gift bags" as they were greeted by IDF soldiers upon their return home.
Three female Israeli hostages released with Hamas gift bags
Three Israeli women held hostage by the Hamas terrorist group for over a year have been released in a prisoner exchange. The women — Romi Gonen, Doron Steinbrecher, and Emily Damari — were ushered into a Red Cross vehicle by members of the Qassam Brigades on Monday.
3 Israeli Hostages Received 'Gift Bags' From Hamas
As more details on the Israeli hostages released by Hamas over the weekend continue to trickle out, one "undoubtedly bizarre" revelation has come to light, per CNN. The three women—Emily Damari, Romi Gonen,
Hamas gives hostages 'gift bags' with 'signed certificates of captivity' as mementos
Hamas militants have handed out branded "gift bags" to the three Israeli hostages that were released on Sunday night, in what appeared to be a carefully orchestrated propaganda display. The bags, bearing the logo of Hamas's military wing,
Hamas Handed ‘Gift Bags’ To 3 Released Hostages, Israeli Authorities Seize Materials – Here’s What Was Inside
Hamas' military wing, the Qassam Brigades, released a propaganda video on Sunday night, showing the handover of three Israeli hostages—Romi Gonen, Doron Steinbrecher, and Emily Damari—in Gaza City. A striking detail in the footage was that each of the freed hostages received a paper bag bearing the Qassam Brigades' logo before stepping into a Red Cross SUV.
Hamas Releases Hostages With Creepy 'Gift Bags' With Photos Of Captivity, “Certificates Of Release”
In a chilling propaganda display, Hamas handed released hostages bizarre “gift bags” featuring photos of their captivity, a commemorative Gaza photo, and gold-gilded “certificates of release.” The released hostages,
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As first Israeli hostages are released, Hamas sends a message: It is far from being destroyed
Israel’s longest war has so far failed to destroy its main enemy, Hamas, which, despite suffering devastating losses, is framing the Gaza ceasefire agreement as a victory for itself – and a ...
The New York Times8d
Hamas After Cease-Fire: Weakened, Isolated but Still Standing
Hamas remains the dominant Palestinian power in Gaza even after 15 months of Israeli bombardment, holding sway in displacement camps and refusing to surrender. By Adam Rasgon Reporting from ...
USA Today6d
'I just want to hug him': Israel's hostages may finally come home. Families can't wait
Still alive. On Sunday, a ceasefire deal endorsed by Israel and Hamas went ahead. It will see the first of dozens of captives held by the militant group Hamas in the Gaza Strip for the past 15 ...
The Atlantic5d
Diplomacy Is All Hamas Has Left in the Arsenal
Hamas and Israel each abandoned long-standing demands in order to secure the cease-fire that takes effect today. Both parties were responding to internal and external pressures when Israel agreed ...
The New York Times4d
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 administration. By Adam Rasgon Reporting from Jerusalem Hours after ...
USA Today5d
'Sunshine': 3 Israeli hostages are free after 471 days in captivity. Here's who they are
Romi Gonen, 24; Doron Steinbrecher, 31; and Emily Damari, 28, were the first three Israel hostages, all women, released by the militant group Hamas on Sunday as part of a long-awaited Gaza ...
The Boston Globe5d
Israel-Hamas ceasefire is necessary though imperfect
The second phase of the ceasefire still needs to be worked out, and the deal doesn’t begin to address long-term questions about Gaza’s recovery. When Hamas released a video of female Israeli ...
KUNC4d
First Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners freed in Gaza ceasefire deal
A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has gone into effect. Three women were returned to Israel after more than a year in captivity, and families of 90 Palestinians celebrated the release of prisoners.