By Michael D. Carroll
Breaking News Editor
Sources close to Hamas report that approximately 1,000 Palestinian prisoners are set to be freed as part of an initial agreement in ongoing negotiations related to Gaza, AFP has reported.
While full details of the deal have not yet been disclosed, the move is expected to be a significant development in the broader context of regional tensions and humanitarian considerations.
This agreement, if finalized, would mark one of the largest prisoner releases in recent years. Further updates are anticipated as discussions progress.
France 24 reported that the initial phase of the proposed ceasefire and hostage agreement between Israel and Hamas is expected to include the release of 33 Israeli hostages, according to sources close to the talks and Israeli media.
An Israeli government official clarified that "several hundred terrorists will be released" during this first phase.
Additionally, Israeli media reported that Israel would maintain a buffer zone within Gaza during the initial implementation of the agreement. Further developments are anticipated as the deal progresses.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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