Hamas took a pivotal step towards ending Gaza's turmoil by releasing all 20 surviving hostages to Israel. This move, aimed at fostering peace, came after two years of conflict in the region.
U.S. President Donald Trump, instrumental in brokering the truce, visited Israel, receiving a hero's welcome. Addressing the Knesset, he emphasized the day's historic nature and looked towards establishing lasting peace.
Amidst celebrations, footage showed buses carrying freed Palestinian detainees leaving Israeli prisons, heralding a new chapter in relations. Families, like Viki Cohen's, expressed profound relief and joy at the return of their loved ones.