Israel-Hamas Prisoner Swap: 3 Hostages Freed in Exchange for 183 Palestinian Prisoners
2025-02-08
Evening Standard
In a significant development, three Israeli hostages, Eli Sharabi, Or Levy, and Ohad Ben Ami, have been released by Hamas as part of a prisoner exchange deal. The agreement saw the release of 183 Palestinian prisoners, including 18 serving life sentences, in exchange for the freedom of the three Israeli nationals. This prisoner swap marks a notable breakthrough in the ongoing Middle East conflict, with hopes for further diplomatic progress. The exchange has sparked international attention, with manyeyeing the situation closely. Key terms like 'Middle East conflict' and 'prisoner exchange' are being widely discussed.