Seven hostages who were earlier released by Hamas in northern Gaza have been handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and are now in the custody of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).
According to reports, the handover took place under the supervision of the ICRC, which facilitated the safe transfer of the hostages from Gaza into Israel. The IDF confirmed that the released individuals are undergoing initial medical examinations and will soon be reunited with their families.
The release is part of ongoing humanitarian efforts aimed at securing the freedom of hostages held by Hamas since the outbreak of hostilities. Israeli authorities have reiterated their commitment to ensuring the safe return of all citizens still held in Gaza, while expressing gratitude to international partners for their mediation efforts.
Details about the identities of the released hostages and the terms surrounding their release have not yet been made public.
