Hamas to free 20 live hostages, says source close to negotiations
- Posted on October 9, 2025
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Hamas to free 20 live hostages, says source close to negotiations

Hamas will release 20 living hostages in exchange for 2,000 Palestinian prisoners as the first phase of a deal to end the Gaza war. The exchange is expected within 72 hours of the agreement's signing. This includes prisoners serving life sentences and others arrested since the conflict began.