Hamas releases a military in northern Gaza as part of the third exchange after the truce

Chijioke Obinna

Hamas releases a military in northern Gaza as part of the third exchange after the truce

The Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) has released this Thursday to Agam Berger, a kidnapped military during the attacks executed on October 7, 2023, During an act held at the Yabalia refugee camp, located in the north of the Gaza Strip.

Berger has been delivered to a team from the International Red Cross Committee (ICRC) After walking between the debris of several buildings to a table placed for this purpose, as reported by the Palestinian newspaper ‘Filaastin’.

Subsequently, representatives of the ICRC and the Ezzeldín al Qassam brigades, Hamas armed arm have signed a document to formalize liberationact held around Yahya Sinwar’s house, former leader of the Dead Group in the framework of the Israeli offensive against the enclave.

The Israel Army has confirmed that the ICRC has transferred to the Israeli Defense Forces (FDI) that “a kidnapped woman” has been delivered by Hamas. “They are on their way to the forces of the FDI and the Shin Bet in the Gaza Strip,” he has settled.

480 days of captivity in Gaza

Shortly after, he stressed that the woman “has crossed the border” and goes to a point where she will meet with her parents after more than 480 days of captivity in Gaza. The military, dedicated to supervision and surveillance work, was captured during the assault against the position of Nahal Oz.

Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has stressed in a brief statement in his office in the social network X that Berger’s family “has been informed that he is with our forces”, in reference to the Israeli army.

“The Government, together with all security officers, will accompany them and her family. The Israel government is committed to the return of all hostages and missing,” Netanyahu’s office was apostilled.

Shortly before, Islamic Yihad had published a video in which two hostages appear that will be released during the day in the north of the Gaza Strip -Gadi Mozes, a germano-Israelí, 80s, and Arbel Yehoud, 29 years old–, within the framework of the Fire Agreement agreed between Israel and Hamas, in force since January 19.

This will be eThe third exchange between Hamas and Israel Within the framework of an agreement that contemplates the release of 33 hostages-an eight of which they are dead, as confirmed last week by the Israeli government-in exchange for the release of more than 1,900 Palestinian prisoners

Chijioke Obinna

I've been passionate about storytelling and journalism since my early days growing up in Lagos. With a background in political science and years of experience in investigative reporting, I aim to bring nuanced perspectives to pressing global issues. Outside of writing, I enjoy exploring Nigeria’s vibrant cultural scene and mentoring young aspiring journalists.