The Red Cross has confirmed the release of more hostages from Gaza by Hamas. Meanwhile, US officials have warned Israel that a “different type of campaign” must be conducted should they enter southern Gaza.
In pictures: Tears as Palestinian prisoners welcomed by families
There were tears as Palestinian prisoners were welcomed by friends and family yesterday.
Another 30 Israeli-held Palestinian prisoners were freed under the truce agreement, bringing the total to 180.
Among them was Lamees Abu Arkoob, photographed by Reuters with her family outside her house near Hebron in the West Bank.
Reuters