Sunday, January 26, 2025 - The White House on Saturday credited President Donald Trump for securing the release of four Israeli female soldiers who were held hostage by the militant group Hamas.
In a statement over the weekend, the White House also said the United
States would continue working with its great partner Israel to push for the
release of all remaining hostages.
“Today the world celebrates as President Trump secured the release of
four more Israeli hostages who were, for far too long, held against their will
by Hamas in horrific conditions,” the statement read.
“The United States will continue with its great partner Israel to push
for the release of all remaining hostages and the pursuit of peace throughout
the region.”
The four Israeli female soldiers were held captive by Hamas for 477
days.
They were released on Saturday under the
ongoing ceasefire agreement.
Naama Levy, Liri Albag, Karina Ariev, and Daniella Gilboa were paraded
in Gaza City’s central square before being handed over to the Red Cross and
eventually reunited with their families in Israel.
Recall that the current ceasefire agreement includes the release of 200
Palestinian security prisoners, many of whom were convicted of
terrorism-related offenses, in exchange for the hostages.
The Israeli government has promised to continue efforts to secure the
release of the remaining hostages and to obtain clarity on their status.
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