Hamas released seven hostages into the custody of the Red Cross on Monday, the first to be released as part of a breakthrough ceasefire after two years of war between Israel and Hamas in the devastated Gaza Strip.

Red Cross vehicles were seen driving in the Gaza strip, apparently on the way to pick up released Israeli hostages, according to video shown on Al-Jazeera TV.

Hundreds of Israelis lined the roads leading to the Re’im military base, where the released hostages will first be brought in Israel.

The Israeli military confirmed the hostages were in their custody.

There was no immediate word on their condition.

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

U.S. President Donald Trump also arrived in the region along with other leaders to discuss the U.S.-proposed deal and postwar plan.