Tel Aviv approves Hamas list of captives despite earlier objections
Tel Aviv has agreed to the list of captives published by Hamas' military wing, Al-Qassam Brigades, despite earlier opposition to releasing captive Erbil Yehud as a condition for allowing residents of northern Gaza to return.
The release of Palestinian prisoners will proceed even though Hamas' list does not align with previous agreements, according to Axios, citing Tel Aviv officials.
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Earlier, Hebrew Kan TV reported that the list of detainees did not comply with the agreement, prompting anticipated discussions between the Netanyahu and the negotiation team. Channel 12 noted that Prime Minister Netanyahu is unlikely to reject this batch due to pressure from 'Israeli' society and the families of captives.
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