Three Israeli Hostages Freed After 484 Days in Gaza

Three hostages, Yarden Bibas, Ofer Kalderon, and Keith Siegel, were welcomed back to Israel after 484 days of captivity in Gaza. Bibas, who was reunited with his mother, mourned the loss of his wife and children, whom Hamas claims were killed in an Israeli airstrike. The emotional homecomings were celebrated across Israel, with President Isaac Herzog expressing relief and solidarity with the families. Kalderon and Siegel were also reunited with their families, who had campaigned tirelessly for their release. The hostages' return followed a complex negotiation process that included the release of 183 Palestinian prisoners by Israel. The situation remains tense as families continue to grapple with the aftermath of the hostage crisis and the ongoing conflict.