Demands mount for Gaza aid to flow and Hamas to hand over more remains
So far the Gaza ceasefire is holding, but calls are getting louder for Hamas to hand over more hostages' remains, and for Israel to allow in more aid.
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Hamas releases four more deceased hostages
Hamas released the remains of four more deceased hostages to the Red Cross on Tuesday, in addition to the four bodies returned on Monday. There are still 20 bodies left that need to be brought back to Israel. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
Father of freed Israeli hostage on peace deal
The last remaining living hostages held by Hamas have been reunited with their loved ones. Jonathan Dekel-Hen, whose son Sagui Dekel-Hen was taken hostage by Hamas during the Oct. 7 attacks and was released in February, joins "The Takeout" with his reaction.
Gaza peace deal signals possibility of new era
On Monday, Hamas released the remaining Israeli hostages, and Israel freed Palestinian prisoners as the region turned to the next phase of a U.S.-brokered plan for peace and reconstruction after two years of war in Gaza. CBS News' Nancy Cordes and Haley Ott report. Then, Roger Carstens, special envoy for hostage affairs for Presidents Trump and Biden, joins to unpack the historic day.
Israel's foreign minister on what's next
Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the release of 20 living hostages after more than two years in captivity, the peace plan brokered by President Trump and what lies ahead for the region.
Hostages, prisoners freed amid ceasefire
Twenty living hostages were released by Hamas on Monday after more than two years in captivity as the Gaza ceasefire continues to hold. Palestinian prisoners were also released by Israel under the terms of President Trump's peace plan.
Hostages set to be released Monday
An estimated 400,000 Israelis crammed into Hostage Square in Tel Aviv to celebrate as Trump administration officials announced the 20 hostages, believed to be alive, are set to be released. The ceasefire between Hamas and Israel is still holding and 48 hostages — living and dead — are set to be exchanged for 250 Palestinians serving life sentences and 1,700 detained since Oct 7, 2023. Debora Patta reports from Tel Aviv.
Families of hostages in Gaza wait for news
The families of hostages taken by Hamas on Oct. 7, 2023 are eagerly awaiting the return of their loved ones. The peace deal between Israel and Hamas would see the hostages returned within 72 hours of its implementation Friday.
Parents of deceased hostage speak out
Hamas is expected to begin releasing all of the remaining hostages on Monday. It will be the first time some families have seen their loved ones in more than two years. That includes the family of Israeli-American Omer Neutra. He was captured on Oct. 7, 2023, and died in Hamas captivity. Orna and Ronen Neutra, Omer's parents, join "The Daily Report."
Aid trucks prepare to enter Gaza
As part of the ceasefire plan, Israel is starting to pull back troops from parts of Gaza. Meanwhile, aid trucks are preparing to enter the Gaza Strip. CBS News reporter Haley Ott has the latest and Will Todman, senior fellow at the CSIS Middle East program, has analysis.
Ceasefire brings hope for hostages' freedom
Leat Corinne Unger, whose cousin Omer Shem Tov was freed in February after being taken hostage during the October 7 attacks, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss what Israeli families can expect in the coming days.
Father of Israeli hostage reacts to peace deal
Yehuda Cohen, whose 21-year-old son Nimrod was taken hostage near the Gaza border two years ago, joins "CBS Mornings" to share his reaction to the new peace deal between Israel and Hamas and his hopes for his son's release in the coming days.
Israel, Hamas reach hostage deal: Trump
President Trump has announced that Israel and Hamas signed off on the first phase of a peace agreement. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said, "With God's help we will bring them all home." CBS News' Olivia Gazis, Ed O'Keefe, Debora Patta and Courtney Kealy report.
Israelis mourn 2 years after Hamas attack as the Gaza war grinds on
As Israelis come together to mourn those killed two years ago by Hamas, the sounds of the ongoing war in Gaza reverberate over a solemn memorial.
Brother of Hamas hostages on hope for release
Two years after Hamas' Oct. 7 attacks in Israel, peace talks have renewed hope for those with family members still held hostage. Liran Berman, who is fighting for the release of his two brothers, joins "The Takeout" to share his story.
Slain Israeli-U.S. hostage's mom urges leaders to end "pain in our region"
"If you only cry when one side's babies die, it means your moral compass is broken, and therefore your humanity is broken," Rachel Goldberg-Polin told CBS News.
Hamas agrees to parts of peace proposal
Hamas says it has accepted parts of President Trump's proposal to end the war in Gaza. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more.
Former ambassador to Israel on peace plan
Hamas announced that it has agreed to release all remaining hostages under a deal proposed by President Trump. But the militants say other terms require further discussion among Palestinians. Edward Djerejian, former U.S. ambassador to Israel, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
New book looks at Russia-U.S. intel battle
A new book examines the state of the intelligence fight between Russia and the U.S., which has led to what the book calls a "ruthless game of hostage-taking." Drew Hinshaw and Joe Parkinson, authors of "Swap: A Secret History of the New Cold War," join "The Takeout" with more.
Extended interview: Drew Hinshaw and Joe Parkinson
CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett speaks with Wall Street Journal reporters Drew Hinshaw and Joe Parkinson about their new book "SWAP: A Secret History of the New Cold War," describing the behind-the-scenes details of what led to WNBA star Brittney Griner, Marine veteran Paul Whelan and their colleague Evan Gershkovich being detained in Russian jail and their respective releases into the U.S.
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill at least 33; famine announcement raises pressure
Hospital officials say Palestinians sheltering in tents or seeking scarce food aid were among at least 33 people killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza.
Hamas video shows malnourished Israeli hostage
Disturbing new video shows a severely malnourished Israeli hostage being held in what appears to be an underground tunnel. This comes as witnesses and aid workers say Israeli troops opened fire on hungry civilians at two Gaza food distribution sites. Debora Patta reports.
Freed U.S.-Israeli hostage thanks Trump, calls for deal to bring others home
650 days after Israeli-American Keith Siegel was seized in the Hamas attack, he says a deal to bring home the remaining hostages must be made "as soon as possible."
Trump, first lady to meet with freed hostage Edan Alexander in Oval Office
The White House said the president and first lady "greatly look forward" to welcoming Edan Alexander and his family.
Body of Thai hostage kidnapped into Gaza is retrieved, Israel says
Nattapong Pinta worked in agriculture before he was kidnapped from Kibbutz Nir Oz by Hamas terrorists on Oct. 7, 2023.
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