Hamas has released the first group of Israeli hostages, handing over seven out of the remaining 20 survivors to representatives of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Gaza on Monday.The development has brought relief and celebration across Israel, especially in Tel Aviv, where a massive crowd had gathered in solidarity with the families of those held captive.
According to reports, the released hostages are being transported under Red Cross supervision to a designated handover point before returning to Israel for medical evaluation and reunions with their families.Israeli officials have confirmed that negotiations are ongoing to secure the release of the remaining hostages still held in Gaza.