The release of further Palestinian prisoners in Israel and captives being held in Gaza is expected to be completed within the coming hours.

Al Jazeera shares some key points to know:

  • Between 39 and 42 Palestinians held in Israeli jails are expected to be freed today
  • Fourteen captives held in Gaza are also expected to be handed to the Red Cross as part of their transfer to Israel
  • The exact timing of the releases is not yet clear
  • Yesterday, 39 Palestinian prisoners and 13 Israeli captives were released under the truce agreement
  • Hamas also released an additional 10 Thai nationals and one Philippine citizen outside the framework of that deal

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