The first release of hostages took place when Hamas handed over three individuals to the Red Cross in Gaza City, since the 42-day ceasefire began on Sunday morning, according to an official statement from the Israeli military.
Damari, 28, Romi Gonen, 24, and Doron Steinbrecher, 31, were handed over to the International Committee for the Red Cross in Gaza on Sunday afternoon, bringing an end to their harrowing ordeal. The three were abducted by Hamas on October 7, 2023, in a violent attack that started a protracted and traumatic journey for the hostages. Their release marks a significant moment of relief for their families and the nation, as the three individuals are finally free after months of captivity.
