Families of those held hostage by Hamas have said they are “very happy” with the news of a truce deal that will see 50 captives released for the return of 150 Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails, Al Jazeera reports.

The Hostages and Missing Families Forum said in a statement, “We are very happy that a partial release is pending”.

“As of now, we don’t know exactly who will be released when,” it added.

People hold signs during a demonstration held to demand the liberation of hostages who are being held in the Gaza Strip after they were seized by Hamas— Reuters
People hold signs during a demonstration held to demand the liberation of hostages who are being held in the Gaza Strip after they were seized by Hamas— Reuters

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