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Hamas Releases Names of Three Israeli Women Hostages to Be Freed Today Under Ceasefire Agreement

Jan 19, 2025, 08:16 AM

Hamas has released the names of three Israeli female hostages scheduled to be freed on Sunday, as part of the first stage of a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, according to reports from Al Arabiya and other sources. The militant group's military wing, Al-Qassam Brigades, submitted the list to mediators after transferring the hostages to a safe location. Mediators have informed Israel, which has confirmed receiving the names. The release of the hostages is expected to take place later today.