As per the Israeli ministry, Hamas initially delayed the exchange for hours, claiming that Israel had violated the terms of their truce agreement. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said in a statement that there were 13 Israelis and four Thai nationals released. The Israeli military said on Saturday that the hostages released from Hamas captivity have arrived in Israel. Israel’s Prime Minister’s Office dropped a post on X, stating that 13 of their citizens along with Thai nationals are on their way to Israeli territory. — Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) November 25, 2023For the unversed, these hostages were released by Hamas post 50 days in captivity.

Source: News 24 November 26, 2023 08:39 UTC