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Hamas starts preparations for hostage release in Deir al-Balah

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02/08/202502/08/2025

Jerusalem Post

Palestinian Hamas terrorists stand guard before they release hostages held in Gaza since the deadly October 7, 2023 attack, as part of a ceasefire and a hostages-prisoners swap deal between Hamas and Israel, in Deir Al-Balah in the central Gaza Strip, February 8, 2025. (photo credit: REUTERS/Ramadan Abed)
Hostages Or Levy, Eli Sharabi, and Ohad Ben Ami are set to be released on Saturday after spending 491 days in captivity.

https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-841177