Three Hostages Return to Israel After Ceasefire

On Sunday, the first three hostages released from Gaza, Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher, arrived back in Israel after being held for nearly 16 months. Their return was celebrated by family members and the Israeli public, notably with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressing relief over the release of British-Israeli citizen Emily Damari. The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, which allowed for the hostages' release, is seen as a fragile yet hopeful step towards peace and the return of additional captives. The hostages were met by their mothers and received immediate medical and psychological care before being taken to Sheba Medical Center. As part of the ongoing negotiations, 90 Palestinian prisoners were released from Israeli custody in exchange for the hostages, with plans for further releases in the coming weeks. The situation remains delicate, with calls for continued humanitarian aid and the release of all remaining hostages still under Hamas control.