Hamas has released a list of over 1,900 Palestinian prisoners slated for release under a U.S.-brokered ceasefire with Israel, coinciding with the handover of the last 20 living Israeli hostages held in Gaza. The ceasefire agreement, brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump, began with Hamas transferring the hostages to the International Red Cross, who then handed them to Israeli authorities. This prisoner exchange marks the first phase of Trump’s 20-point peace plan, aiming to end the two-year conflict sparked by Hamas’s October 7, 2023 attack. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the release as a hopeful step toward healing and unity. While all living hostages are now freed, Israel is preparing to release approximately 2,000 Palestinian detainees, many held without formal charges, including around 250 serving life sentences, though prominent prisoner Marwan Barghouti remains excluded. Trump is actively involved in facilitating the process and regional peace efforts, having declared “the war is over” during his visit to Israel and planning further diplomacy in Egypt. Tens of thousands in Israel celebrated the hostages’ return and the pause in conflict. The deal also includes the return of remains of deceased captives. This development signals a pivotal moment in efforts toward lasting peace and regional stability.