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Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal in effect

The fragile ceasefire in Gaza is entering its second day. The first successful exchange saw Hamas release three Israeli hostages, before ninety Palestinians were freed.

Ninety Palestinian detainees have been freed from an Israeli prison in the first phase of the long awaited ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Their release followed the freeing of three female Israeli hostages that had been held by Hamas. We'll be hearing from Israelis and Palestinians as the pause in fighting continues to hold. With three Israeli hostages released and some Palestinian prisoners freed, we'll look at how the first morning since the ceasefire deal is shaping up.

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(Photo: Bus carrying released Palestinian prisoners, Ramallah, 20 January 2025; Credit: EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)

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