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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Emma Graham-Harrison in Jerusalem

Gaunt Israelis and Palestinians freed under fifth ceasefire exchange

Ohad Ben Ami is embraced by his two daughters
Ohad Ben Ami, a freed Israeli hostage, is reunited with his family in Ramat Gan, Israel. Photograph: Maayan Toaf/Reuters

Hamas freed three hostages from Gaza and Israel released 183 prisoners and detainees on Saturday, the fifth exchange under a fragile, three-week-old ceasefire deal.

The gaunt appearance of the three Israeli men shocked the country, sparking anger and dismay that could increase pressure on the prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, to extend the agreement to a second stage, bringing home the remaining Israeli captives.

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