Gaza: The Palestinian group Hamas' military wing, Al-Qassam Brigades, concluded on Monday the release of 20 living Israeli hostages, according to an Anadolu correspondent. In exchange for the released Israeli hostages, 1,968 Palestinian prisoners, including 250 sentenced to life, will be released under the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.

According to Anadolu Agency, this exchange is part of a broader effort to advance peace talks and bring stability to the region. The ceasefire agreement has been seen as a crucial step forward in fostering dialogue between the conflicting parties. Italy has expressed its commitment to supporting the vision of '2 peoples, 2 states' in an effort to establish a lasting peace in Gaza.

The ceasefire agreement and the recent exchange of hostages and prisoners are viewed as significant moves towards reducing tensions in the region. Both parties have shown willingness to engage in negotiations, raising hopes for future progress in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.