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Israel says three Israelis and five Thai nationals have been released after being held hostage in Gaza for more than 15 months. It is the third release of hostages since the Gaza ceasefire between Israel and Hamas began on 19 January. More than 100 Palestinians have also been freed from Israeli prisons, after Israel delayed their release. We speak to our correspondents across the region.

A passenger plane and helicopter have crashed in mid-air over Washington DC's Potomac River. Officials say no survivors are expected. We speak to people who knew those on the plane.

Nearly 300 foreign mercenaries hired by the Democratic Republic of Congo's government to counter a swift offensive by Rwandan-backed M23 rebels in the east of the country have surrendered. We speak to our correspondent to find out what these mercenaries are doing in the DRC.

Presenter: Mark Lowen

Photo: Israeli hostage Arbel Yehud released in Khan Younis, Gaza - 30 Jan 2025

Photo credit: REUTERS/Ramadan Abed