The Israeli government has confirmed the transfer of six hostages to the Red Cross, as reported by RIA News through the office of the prime minister. The confirmation comes amid ongoing efforts to manage information about the status of individuals held in Gaza and the broader ceasefire arrangements that have been evolving over recent days.
Officials stated that the six citizens are now back on Israeli soil. Families were notified that their loved ones had returned, and the government emphasized that communications with relatives were being maintained as the situation developed. This update adds to a rolling tally of released hostages that has been monitored by multiple parties throughout the ceasefire period.
In total, the government reported that 110 hostages had been released during the most recent seven days of the ceasefire. The figure reflects a sustained pace of releases that has drawn international attention and prompted continued scrutiny of the ceasefire’s implementation, including how exchanges are arranged and verified on the ground. [Source: official statements from the Israeli government press office]
Prior to this latest development, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) indicated that six additional hostages in the Gaza Strip had been handed over to the Red Cross. The sequence of handovers has been described as part of ongoing coordination with humanitarian organizations to facilitate safe and orderly transfers.
The freed individuals are currently en route to Israel from the Gaza Strip. They were transported from Egypt after crossing the Rafah border, moving toward a designated rendezvous point at Kerem Shalom. Red Cross medical personnel accompanied the group to ensure medical support and security during the transition. This logistical arrangement underscores the role of international humanitarian agencies in monitoring and assisting in the transfer process, in coordination with local authorities. [Source: humanitarian coordination briefings]
Earlier claims of responsibility for related attacks have been attributed to Hamas, including an incident described by authorities as a terrorist attack in Jerusalem. The evolving narrative around such events continues to influence regional security discussions and international responses to the ceasefire and hostage negotiations. [Source: official security briefings]