Freed hostages reunite with families as Trump speaks to Knesset

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The bodies of 28 hostages remain in Gaza. Here is who they are
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Trump heaps praise on special envoy Steve Witkoff
Trump calls Middle East "a region transformed" as he looks to seize the moment for new diplomatic agreements
Trump met with some hostage families
Only four bodies of hostages expected to be released on Monday, families say
Trump lightly jabs Netanyahu while praising him as "man of exceptional courage"
Trump begins remarks to Knesset by hailing release of hostages
Israeli opposition leader says Trump should be awarded Nobel Peace Prize
Two hostages whose status was previously unknown now presumed dead
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Netanyahu praises Trump’s policies on Israel and the Middle East
Matan Angrest speaks to fellow former hostage after release
Netanyahu speaking now in Israeli parliament
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Israeli Knesset Speaker calls Trump "the best friend that Israel ever had in the White House"
Netanyahu won't attend Gaza conference in Egypt, his office says
Freed hostage gets an invitation to play the presidential piano
Watch: Large crowds greet Palestinian prisoners released to occupied West Bank
Last of the living hostages arrive at Re’im military facility for family meetings and medical screenings
Israeli parliament welcomes Trump with standing ovation
Trump could visit newly freed hostages at Sheba medical center, hospital says
Large US delegation on hand to watch Trump's speech
"This is the historic dawn of a new Middle East," Trump set to tell Israeli parliament in speech
“Omri is home!” Emotional scenes as hostages reunite with families
BREAKING: All living hostages freed from Gaza after final group of 13 crosses into Israel
Some Palestinian prisoners arrive in West Bank and Gaza
France to play ‘special role’ in Gaza’s future governance, Macron says
Watch: Helicopters carrying first group of hostages leave military base for Israeli hospitals
Israel prepares to release 250 Palestinian prisoners
Palestinian self-determination and two-state solution only way forward, minister says
Trump, Netanyahu discussed Israeli leader joining Sharm el-Sheikh summit, sources say
See the first photos of hostages released from Gaza
The 13 remaining living hostages have been handed over to Israeli military. Here is who they are
Red hats in Knesset declare "Trump the Peace President"
Palestinian Authority president to attend summit in Egypt
For first time in two years, Hamas and its allies are not holding any living hostages
Last of the living hostages in Gaza transferred to Israeli military
Trump tells reporters "yes," the war in Gaza is officially over
See twin brothers Ziv and Gali Berman hugging when reunited after release
Watch: Trump signs guest book at Knesset: "A great and beautiful day"
Release of hostages "deeply gratifying," Witkoff says, as those released reunite with loved ones
Watch as Trump arrives at the Knesset building in Jerusalem
Remaining 13 living hostages have been released by Hamas to Red Cross, source says
EU to resume mission at Gaza-Egypt border on Wednesday
"Thank you Mr. President:" Giant banners installed near Jerusalem depict Trump as Nobel Prize winner
The first seven living hostages have been freed. Catch up on the latest
Red Cross vehicles are in position ahead of second hostage transfer
Israeli military says first group of 7 returned hostages arrived at Re’im facility
Trump and Netanyahu riding together to Knesset
Trump to receive highest civilian honors from Israel and Egypt
Trump greets Netanyahu with an embrace and a smile
Second group of hostages soon to be released, Israeli military says
“You won’t believe it... you’re going to be okay.” Families video call hostages while still in Hamas captivity, source says
Large delegation of officials is awaiting Trump
Trump arrives in Israel with hostage release underway
Trump flew over sign saying "thank you" as he flew over Tel Aviv beach
Freed seven released hostages arrive in Israel, Israeli military says
“Today is a day of elation, relief and joy,” says Israeli mother of slain hostage
Crowds at packed Hostages Square break out into Habayta “coming home” song
Help from Arab countries “crucial” to ensure Hamas will not return to power, Israeli ambassador to UN says
Excitement, jubilation and trepidation in Tel Aviv, says CNN’s Clarissa Ward
Mother of Israeli hostage Nimrod Cohen “so excited” to see son after 2 years
Hamas says it is committed to hostage release agreement, provided that Israel abides by it
Trump watching hostage release from Air Force One
Seven hostages have been transferred to Israeli military in Gaza, source says
In southern Gaza, crowds gather to receive released Palestinian prisoners
From the scene: CNN witnesses preparations for hostage transfer to hospitals
Released: Guy Gilboa-Dalal
Released: Alon Ohel
Released: Omri Miran
Released: Matan Angrest
Released: Eitan Abraham Mor
Released: Gali Berman
Released: Ziv Berman
Seven hostages have been released to the Red Cross. Here's who they are
First seven living hostages released to Red Cross, Israeli sources say
Cheers in Hostages Square as hostage release process begins
Hostage release process has begun, Red Cross says
Red Cross buses expected to carry Palestinian prisoners seen on the move in Khan Younis
Israeli military says hostage release process to begin in northern Gaza soon
“Welcome back!” Netanyahu writes personal note for returned hostages
“We are waiting for you.” Hostage Elkana Bohbot's friends await his return
In pictures: Thousands gather in Tel Aviv to await hostage release
Giant banner stretches across Tel Aviv beach thanking Trump and welcoming hostages home
“It is a pretty extraordinary moment,” says CNN’s Clarissa Ward from Hostages Square
Hamas' military wing releases names of 20 living hostages for release
Here's what awaits Palestinians returning home in Gaza
Medics anticipate difficult situations when treating hostages, former IDF spokesperson says
Sisters have said goodnight to the stars every night of their father's captivity
Crowds gather at Hostages Square as health team warns of long road ahead
How will the hostage transfer work?
World leaders start arriving in Egypt ahead of Gaza summit
Hostages in Gaza will be released within hours. Here's what you should know
Hostage families are on their way to Re’im to await release of loved ones
Hostages may not know that they will soon be released, CNN analyst says
Israel says that no Hamas ceremonies will be held during hostage release
Who are the hostages being released?
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