Hey everyone! ๐ข There’s some important news from the Middle East. Hamas, a group in Gaza, has announced that they will release six people they’re holding on Saturday, February 22. ๐๏ธ
Why is this happening? ๐ค Well, there’s a ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel. A ceasefire means both sides agree to stop fighting for a while. This release is part of efforts to make the first phase of the ceasefire a success! ๐
Hazem Qassem, a spokesperson for Hamas, said this decision also helps prepare for the second phase of the agreement. ๐๏ธ It’s in response to help from mediatorsโpeople who try to make peace between groups. ๐
Even bigger news: Hamas has offered to release all captives if Israel ends its war on Gaza in the second phase! That’s a huge step toward peace. โ๏ธ
Let’s hope for a peaceful future for everyone there! ๐ค
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Live: Seventh swap of hostages and detainees under Gaza ceasefire deal
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