Gaza war: IDF confirms release of three hostages, identities revealed

The Israeli Defence Forces, IDF, have confirmed the release of three hostages by Hamas terrorists.

Their release was part of the ceasefire agreement mediated between both warring parties.

In a statement on Sunday evening, the IDF said the released hostages would be reunited with their families.

The IDF said: “The three released hostages have arrived at the initial reception point in southern Israel, where they will be reunited with their mothers.

“IDF officers from the Manpower Directorate and IDF medical officials are accompanying the released hostages during an initial medical assessment.

“IDF representatives are accompanying their families at the hospital and updating them with the latest available information.”

The three freed Israeli hostages are part of the first group of 33 to be released.

Those released are Romi Gonen, Doron Steinbrecher, and Emily Damari.

In exchange, 90 Palestinian prisoners and detainees will also be released from Israeli prisons.