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    Israel to Release 300 Palestinian Prisoners in Hamas Deal

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    What’s happening:

    Israel’s Justice Ministry has disclosed the names of 300 Palestinian prisoners set for release in exchange for Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. This follows a recent agreement aimed at de-escalating hostilities.

    Why it matters:

    The prisoner exchange deal is a significant move in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinian groups. It reflects a strategic decision by Israel to secure the release of its citizens at the cost of freeing a large number of detainees, some of whom have been involved in violent activities against Israeli targets.

    The details:

    The list includes individuals ranging from 14 to 59 years old, with the majority being male youths and a few females of all ages. Seventy-four of the prisoners are from East Jerusalem. None of the prisoners have been convicted of murder, with most being held in detainee status pending trial.

    Notable cases:

    Among those to be released are Shuruk Duwayyat, convicted of attempted murder in 2015, and a 16-year-old girl from East Jerusalem who received a 12-year sentence for a stabbing incident in 2021. Fatma Bader, who attempted a stabbing attack in 2022, and Asra Jabas, sentenced for a gas tank explosion in 2015, are also on the list. Hanan Barghouti, the oldest prisoner at 59, was arrested for supporting terrorism.

    Controversial releases:

    Ataf Jaradat, who knew of her son’s terrorist intentions leading to a murder in 2015, and Yasmin Shaaban, who planned a suicide bombing in 2014, are among those slated for release. Tahrir Abu Sariya, involved in shooting attacks, and Amani Hashim, who committed a car ramming in 2016, are also included.

    Security concerns:

    Asil Titi, who stabbed a prison guard in 2022, and Ibrahim Zamer, a 15-year-old involved in a shooting attack in April, highlight ongoing security challenges and the controversial nature of the prisoner release.

    The exchange ratio:

    If Hamas releases 50 Israeli captives, Israel will in turn release 150 Palestinian prisoners, maintaining a 3 to 1 release ratio.

    Looking ahead:

    This exchange could set a precedent for future negotiations and may impact the dynamics of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with potential implications for regional stability.

    This story was first published on ynetnews.

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