DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip — Hamas released seven hostages on Monday, the first to be released as part of a ceasefire that paused two years of war between Israel and Hamas in the devastated Gaza Strip.

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Hamas has released seven hostages into the custody of the Red Cross, the first to be released as part of a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war

The Israeli military confirmed the hostages were brought to Israel

There was no immediate word on their condition on Monday

Hamas has said 20 living hostages will be exchanged for over 1,900 Palestinian prisoners held by Israel

There was no immediate word on the condition of those freed. Hamas has said 20 living hostages will be exchanged for over 1,900 Palestinian prisoners held by Israel.

Families and friends of hostages br

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