Families say it ends “two years of hell” and a journey of “healing and rehabilitation” will now begin.
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Israeli hostages and Palestinian detainees freed as Trump hails ‘historic dawn’ in Middle East
A major hostage and prisoner exchange marks a significant step towards ending two years of war in Gaza.
Forty-two killed as bus crashes on South Africa mountain pass
The dead were nationals of Zimbabwe and Malawi returning home, officials say.
Dutch government takes control of China-owned chip firm
The move, which is aimed to protect supplies of technology, could raise tensions between the EU and China.
Rescuers search for missing in Mexico’s flooded towns
At least 64 people are dead and scores are missing after tropical storms triggered torrential rains.
Who are the released hostages?
The Israeli military says 20 living hostages have been released by Hamas and have returned to Israel.
Palestinians celebrate return of prisoners freed by Israel
Thousands of people gather in Gaza and the West Bank to welcome Palestinian prisoners and detainees freed by Israel.
‘Long and painful nightmare finally over,’ Trump tells Israel’s parliament
The US president was applauded by Israeli lawmakers for his role in brokering an Israel-Hamas ceasefire.
Sikh man with tumour held by US immigration denied medical care – family
Paramjit Singh, an Indian passport holder, has lived in the US on a green card since 1994.
Shamans openly using psychedelic drugs for treatment in South Africa
Business for unregulated healers appears to be thriving in Cape Town, but there are dangers.