Netanyahu's office: 'Horrific' captive scene in Gaza will not go unanswered

'Israeli' Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office confirmed on Saturday that the "horrific scene" of the release of 'Israeli' captives in Gaza "will not go unnoticed," stressing the government's commitment to bringing all captives and missing persons back.

Meanwhile, the 'Israeli' military announced that three of the captives released are now in 'Israeli' territory, marking the fifth phase of the prisoner swap between 'Israel' and Hamas.

Hamas also confirmed the release of several 'Israeli' captives as part of the exchange, in return for the release of a new batch of Palestinian political prisoners. Hamas emphasized that the handover underscored Palestinian resistance and unity, rejecting US President Donald Trump's proposed displacement plans.

This comes as efforts continue for a long-term ceasefire agreement amid the ongoing first phase of the prisoner swap deal.