Release of Israeli Hostages
After two years in Hamas captivity, 20 Israeli hostages have been released as part of a peace deal.
Nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners were also freed, marking the first steps in the agreement, which includes a ceasefire and the resumption of aid to Gaza.
Adrianne Burgher pulled her three sons close and choked back tears as they watched other children cut yellow ribbons off a tree.
- 20 Israeli hostages were released by Hamas.
- 28 ribbons remain on the tree to represent the hostages who were killed in captivity.
- 4 remains had been returned to Israel as of Monday.
Author's summary: Israeli hostages released after two years in Hamas captivity.