In a significant development, Hamas has handed over the remaining 20 living Israeli hostages to the International Red Cross Committee on Monday, marking the end of their two-year captivity in Gaza. This transfer is part of a broader ceasefire and prisoner exchange agreement brokered by the United States, Egypt, Qatar, and other mediators. Under the terms of the deal, Israel agreed to release hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, including 250 individuals sentenced to death and over 1,700 detainees from Gaza. Simultaneously, the bodies of four deceased hostages were transferred to Israeli authorities through the Red Cross, with Hamas indicating its readiness to hand over more remains. The freed hostages underwent medical examinations before being reunited with their families, an event met with profound emotion and relief across Israel. This agreement represents a critical step in easing tensions between the two sides, though challenges remain in achieving long-term peace.