Hamas releases two Israeli captives as Israel prepares to free 602 Palestinians

Hamas has released two Israeli captives, Tal Shoham and Avera Mengistu, as part of a ceasefire agreement. They were handed over to the Red Cross in Rafah, with four more captives expected to be released later in Nuseirat. In exchange, Israel plans to release 602 Palestinians from its prisons. This includes individuals detained during the recent conflict and others serving long sentences. The handover process appears more organized compared to previous exchanges, with increased security from Hamas's armed wing. The ceasefire faced challenges due to a misidentified body, but the correct body of Shiri Bibas has now been returned.