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Israel Confirms Barghouti Excluded from Upcoming Hostage Deal

10/10/2025

Summary

Story summary

Shosh Bedrosian, an Israeli government spokeswoman, confirmed that senior Fatah official Marwan Barghouti will not be included in the hostage deal with Hamas.
The operation, named “Returning to Their Border,” is scheduled to commence soon.
Families of hostages reported mixed emotions, feeling joy for the return and grief for those lost.
The Israeli health system is preparing to support the returnees' physical and mental health after two years of captivity.
Security forces are on alert in the West Bank to prevent celebrations by families of released prisoners.

History

Historical Context

The Oslo Accords, signed in 1993, marked a pivotal moment in Israeli-Palestinian relations, establishing mutual recognition between Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO). Despite initial hopes for a two-state solution, ongoing tensions, including the exclusion of figures like Marwan Barghouti from negotiations, highlight the fragile nature of these agreements and their lasting impact on the peace process and regional stability.

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Story summary

Shosh Bedrosian, an Israeli government spokeswoman, confirmed that senior Fatah official Marwan Barghouti will not be included in the hostage deal with Hamas.
The operation, named “Returning to Their Border,” is scheduled to commence soon.
Families of hostages reported mixed emotions, feeling joy for the return and grief for those lost.
The Israeli health system is preparing to support the returnees' physical and mental health after two years of captivity.
Security forces are on alert in the West Bank to prevent celebrations by families of released prisoners.

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