On January 25, 2025, four Israeli female soldiers—Karina Ariev (20), Daniella Gilboa (20), Naama Levy (20), and Liri Albag (19)—were released by Hamas after 477 days in captivity. Their release was part of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which included the exchange of 200 Palestinian prisoners. The soldiers were abducted on October 7, 2023, during a Hamas assault on the Nahal Oz military base near the Gaza border. They served as unarmed observers monitoring the Gaza border and had reportedly warned their superiors about signs of an impending attack, which were not heeded. Up

On January 25, 2025, four Israeli female soldiers—Karina Ariev (20), Daniella Gilboa (20), Naama Levy (20), and Liri Albag (19)—were released by Hamas after 477 days in captivity. Their release was part of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which included the exchange of 200 Palestinian prisoners. The soldiers were abducted on October 7, 2023, during a Hamas assault on the Nahal Oz military base near the Gaza border. They served as unarmed observers monitoring the Gaza border and had reportedly warned their superiors about signs of an impending attack, which were not heeded. Upon their release, the soldiers were handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross and transported back to Israel, where they received initial medical assessments before being reunited with their families. This exchange marks the second swap under the current ceasefire deal, following the earlier release of three female hostages.The initiative , brokered by Qatar and Egypt with support from the United States, aims to halt fighting and facilitate the release of hostages and prisoners. While the release of these soldiers brings immense relief to their families and the nation, the situation remains complex.The ongoing uncertainty surrounding other hostages continues to weigh heavily on their families, with more releases anticipated as part of the ceasefire negotiations.

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