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Over 1,900 Palestinian prisoners were released as part of a ceasefire deal, drawing jubilant crowds across the Gaza Strip as buses carried the freed individuals back into the territory. Similar emotional scenes unfolded as they reunited with families, mirroring celebrations in Israel where the last hostages returned home. The release, following a two-year conflict that began with Hamas’ attack on Israel in October 2023, represents a major milestone in the ceasefire agreement.

 

The agreement saw over 1,900 prisoners freed, including approximately 1,700 Palestinians held in Israel since the onset of hostilities. Importantly, none of those released on Monday were implicated in the October 7 attacks. The Palestinian detainees were primarily released from Ofer Prison in the West Bank and the Ketziot Prison in Negev, with deportations also being made to Egypt. This marks a crucial milestone in an ongoing peace process aimed at stabilising the region.

 

Kamal Abu Shanab, a 51-year-old self-described victim of "suffering" and "oppression," spoke to The Associated Press about his ordeal upon returning to Gaza. Meanwhile, Omar Bseis was among those returned to the West Bank after a 24-year detention, his emotional reunion captured in video of family embracing him. Thousands of residents gathered in Khan Younis, celebrating with gunfire and peace signs as International Committee of the Red Cross buses escorted the prisoners.

 

The scene in Khan Younis was particularly poignant, as people lined the streets to welcome the buses carrying their fellow citizens. Some prisoners leaned out to greet familiar faces, while others were carried on shoulders upon their arrival. The released individuals included 250 who had served long-term sentences for past attacks on Israel, according to the Israeli Justice Ministry.

 

 

 

Key Takeaways:

 

• Over 1,900 Palestinian prisoners were released as part of a ceasefire deal.
• Celebrations in Gaza and Israel mark a step toward regional stabilisation.
• Releases included prisoners not involved in the October 7 attacks.

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  Adapted by ASEAN Now from ABC News 2025-10-14

 

 

You would hardly know it looking at some news channels.

Strange nobody is questioning why a countries ruler would swap 1900 or so  prisoners for around 20 hostages.

Either being very financially paid in some way or doing it so as soon as they are all back he can crack on with levelling the place.

Good that hostages/prisoners are being released, not so good that Hamas still appear to be in charge in Gaza.

2 hours ago, ronster said:

You would hardly know it looking at some news channels.

Strange nobody is questioning why a countries ruler would swap 1900 or so  prisoners for around 20 hostages.

Either being very financially paid in some way or doing it so as soon as they are all back he can crack on with levelling the place.

They will soon be dead or behind bars. 
The monsters running Israel have said as much, Netanyahu, Israel Katz, Be Gvir, Smotrich will not allow peace.

 

https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/israeli-army-instructed-to-prepare-for-demolition-of-hamas-tunnels-after-hostage-release-defense-minister/3714863

 

https://www.timesofisrael.com/smotrich-threatens-to-expel-arab-mk-other-muslims-who-dont-accept-jewish-rule/

 

https://www.palestinechronicle.com/ben-gvir-invades-al-aqsa-compound-again-as-israeli-army-raids-west-bank/

12 minutes ago, JimCM said:

They will soon be dead or behind bars. 
The monsters running Israel have said as much, Netanyahu, Israel Katz, Be Gvir, Smotrich will not allow peace.

 

https://www.aa.com.tr/en/middle-east/israeli-army-instructed-to-prepare-for-demolition-of-hamas-tunnels-after-hostage-release-defense-minister/3714863

 

https://www.timesofisrael.com/smotrich-threatens-to-expel-arab-mk-other-muslims-who-dont-accept-jewish-rule/

 

https://www.palestinechronicle.com/ben-gvir-invades-al-aqsa-compound-again-as-israeli-army-raids-west-bank/

Knew they would be waiting to use the slightest reason to carry on bombing and killing and the reason is all the dead haven't been returned.

Are they surprised seeing as Israel has bombed about 90% of it . Impossible to find anything in that rubble.