Palestinian detainees released on Jan. 31, 2025. (Photo: AFP)
Over 1,100 Palestinian detainees released; largest exchange set for tomorrow
Around 1,135 Palestinian detainees have been released from "Israeli" prisons as part of the ceasefire agreement. Tomorrow, the largest exchange of detainees since the deal began will take place, with around 602 Palestinian detainees expected to be freed.
The Palestinian Prisoners Media Office announced the details of the release, confirming that it will include a diverse group of detainees.
The list includes 50 individuals serving life sentences, 60 detainees with long sentences, 47 detainees from the Shalit deal who were re-arrested after the 2011 exchange for captive Israeli Occupation soldier Gilad Shalit, and 445 detainees from the Gaza Strip detained after October 7th."
Since the previous exchange last Saturday, which marked the conclusion of the sixth round, a total of 1,135 Palestinian detainees have been freed from "Israeli" occupation prisons.
Tomorrow's release is seen as a significant milestone as it is the largest exchange of detainees since the deal began.