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Israel announced the release of a hostage held by Hamas in exchange for two Palestinian prisoners in a deal nearly finalized after facing last-minute snags. The incident occurred in Gaza, where Hisham Abu Hawash, a Palestinian detainee on hunger strike in Israeli custody, was released by Israel. In return, Hamas freed two Israeli civilians and the bodies of two Israeli soldiers killed earlier in the conflict. The deal marks a significant development after prolonged negotiations.

This hostage swap deal is seen as a breakthrough in diplomatic relations between Israel and Hamas. The release of Abu Hawash, who had been on a 141-day hunger strike, has been hailed by Palestinian officials as a victory. Moreover, it is hoped that the exchange will lead to further easing of tensions in the region and potentially pave the way for future negotiations.