Reports from the ground confirm that buses carrying Palestinian prisoners have departed from Ofer prison in the occupied West Bank. The exact number of prisoners onboard remains unknown at this time.
The transfer of the coaches was organized by the Red Cross, with the presence of paramedics to ensure the well-being of the prisoners. Three buses, accompanied by Palestinian security forces, were seen leaving the prison facility.
According to Hamas, Israel is expected to release approximately 200 Palestinian prisoners as part of a ceasefire and hostage release agreement. This includes 120 prisoners serving life sentences and 80 others with lengthy sentences.
The departure of the buses marks a significant development in the ongoing negotiations between Israel and Hamas, aimed at easing tensions and securing the release of prisoners on both sides.
Further details regarding the identities of the released prisoners and the conditions of the agreement are expected to emerge as the situation unfolds.
