According to Israeli officials, Hamas is set to release 33 hostages as part of an emerging ceasefire agreement being finalized in Doha. The hostages were taken during attacks on October 7, 2023, with at least 34 confirmed dead among the 94 hostages held by Hamas and its allies.
Israel believes that most of the 33 hostages to be released are alive, but the bodies of deceased hostages may also be included in the initial release during the proposed 42-day ceasefire period. Negotiators are optimistic about reaching an agreement, with plans for immediate implementation upon finalization.
