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flag The last 20 Israeli hostages held by Hamas since October 7, 2023, were released under a U.S.-brokered deal.

flag On October 13, 2025, the final 20 Israeli hostages held by Hamas since the October 7, 2023, attack were released as part of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement, marking a major development in the ongoing conflict. flag The release, facilitated by President Donald Trump and involving the exchange of nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, was met with widespread relief and celebration, particularly among Jewish communities and U.S. lawmakers. flag While some prominent Democratic critics of Israel remained silent, others, including Pennsylvania’s Democratic leaders and New York officials, praised the diplomatic breakthrough. flag The hostages are now undergoing medical and psychological recovery, while the broader conflict continues, with humanitarian conditions in Gaza remaining dire and efforts ongoing for lasting peace.

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