LIVE BLOG: Release of Palestinian Women and Children from Ofer Prison as Gaza Ceasefire Begins – Day 471

Palestinians in Gaza celebrate the ceasefire. (Photo: via QNN)

By Palestine Chronicle Staff  

After 471 days of relentless massacres of innocent Palestinians by Israel, alongside legendary steadfastness and resistance, a ceasefire in Gaza officially begins.

Israel, however, has already violated the agreement by bombing targets across the Gaza Strip and killing several Palestinians.

According to Gaza’s Ministry of Health, 46,876 Palestinians have been killed, and 110,642 wounded in Israel’s ongoing genocide in Gaza starting on October 7, 2023.

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Mon, Jan 20, 5:55 AM (Palestine Time)

Israel Completes Release of First Batch of Detainees After 7-Hour Delay

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Israel has completed the release of the first batch of detainees early this morning, Monday, in line with the ceasefire agreement with Palestinian resistance groups in Gaza. The release was delayed by approximately 7 hours.

According to the Palestinian Prisoners’ Society and the Palestinian Authority’s Prisoners’ Commission, the group includes 69 women and 21 children, with 76 detainees from the West Bank and 14 from Jerusalem.

Mon, Jan 20, 3:11 AM (Palestine Time)

West Bank Welcomes Freed Prisoners from Israeli Jails

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: The Palestinian people in the West Bank welcomed the freed prisoners from Israeli jails, as part of the first phase of the exchange deal with Gaza’s Resistance. Israeli authorities released dozens of Palestinian prisoners, including women and children, from Ofer Prison, west of Ramallah, late Sunday night/early Monday.

Mon, Jan 20, 3:03 AM (Palestine Time)

Khalida Jarrar, Popular Front Leader, Arrives Home After Release

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Khalida Jarrar, a leader in the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine, has arrived at her home following her release as part of the first batch of freed prisoners. She was warmly welcomed by her family upon her return.

Mon, Jan 20, 3:00 AM (Palestine Time)

Freed Palestinian Prisoners Arrive in Beitunia

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: A number of freed Palestinian prisoners have arrived in Beitunia, west of Ramallah, in preparation for their transfer to their hometowns in the West Bank.

Mon, Jan 20, 2:57 AM (Palestine Time)

Arrival of Freed Palestinian Prisoners to Their Homes in East Jerusalem

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: The freed Palestinian female prisoners from Jerusalem have started arriving at their homes in East Jerusalem, amid a heavy presence of Israeli occupation military forces. Celebratory scenes have been noticeably absent due to the heightened Israeli security measures.

Mon, Jan 20, 2:55 AM (Palestine Time)

First Group of Released Palestinian Detainees Headed to Their Hometowns

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Buses carrying the first group of released Palestinian detainees left Ofer Prison for their hometowns in the West Bank. The buses have arrived in Beituniya, west of Ramallah.

Mon, Jan 20, 2:54 AM (Palestine Time)

Palestinian Detainee Zina Barbar Released, Returns Home

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Palestinian detainee Zina Barbar arrived at her family’s home in East Jerusalem this morning, after being released from Israel’s Al-Maskobiya prison.

Mon, Jan 20, 12:25 AM (Palestine Time)

Palestinians Await Release of 90 Detainees from Israeli Prisons

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Palestinians are awaiting the release of 90 detainees, including 20 children, from Israeli prisons today, in exchange for three Israeli civilian women freed by Hamas from Gaza.

PFLP Leader, Khalida Jarrar, among First Detainees to be Freed in Ceasefire Deal

Mon, Jan 20, 12:23 AM (Palestine Time)

Seven Injured in Israeli Attack Near Ofer Prison

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Seven Palestinians were injured after Israeli forces attacked residents near Ofer military prison, located in Beituniya, west of Ramallah.

The Palestinian Red Crescent reported treating seven people with minor injuries following the assault on dozens of citizens gathered near the prison, waiting for the first batch of detainees to be released under the ceasefire agreement.

Mon, Jan 20, 12:22 AM (Palestine Time)

UK Police Investigate MPs Over Palestine Protest

AL-JAZEERA: UK police are investigating MPs Jeremy Corbyn and John McDonnell after they participated in a pro-Palestine demonstration in London.

Reports say Corbyn, former Labour Party leader, and McDonnell voluntarily gave statements at a London police station.

On Saturday, tens of thousands of Palestine supporters rallied in London, despite a police ban on the previously agreed protest route and strict restrictions.

Mon, Jan 20, 12:19 AM (Palestine Time)

Hamas Official Discusses Gaza Ceasefire and Governance Proposal

ANADOLU: Hamas political bureau member Mohammed Nazzal confirmed Sunday that the Gaza ceasefire agreement includes a gradual Israeli withdrawal.

In an interview with Anadolu Agency, Nazzal explained that Hamas does not seek to govern Gaza but proposed a national administration led by independent figures to manage key sectors like health and services.

He added that this proposal, agreed upon in the Community Blockage Committee paper, was accepted by Hamas but rejected by Fatah. Nazzal emphasized that Palestinian factions support the paper as the basis for Gaza’s governance.

Sun, Jan 19, 9:27 PM (Palestine Time)

Biden: 3 More Hostages to Be Released Every Week

US MEDIA: President Joe Biden announced that 3 additional hostages will be released every 7 days, including at least two Americans in the first phase.

Sun, Jan 19, 9:27 PM (Palestine Time)

Ben Gvir: We Await the Return of Hostages by Force

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir stated that he anticipates “the return of more hostages by force” and the cessation of fuel and aid, rather than through submission.

Sun, Jan 19, 9:26 PM (Palestine Time)

Smotrich: The Deal Puts Israel at Risk

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich strongly opposes the deal, stating that it “puts the state of Israel at risk.”

Sun, Jan 19, 9:25 PM (Palestine Time)

Palestinian Child Killed in Nablus

PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Child Ahmed Hamad from Sebastia, north of Nablus, was killed due to injuries sustained from settler gunfire, according to medical sources.

Sun, Jan 19, 9:19 PM (Palestine Time)

Yemen’s Political Council Calls Gaza Ceasefire a Victory for Palestine

AL-MAYADEEN: Yemen’s Supreme Political Council has described the Gaza ceasefire as a victory for Palestine and resistance factions, particularly Hamas and Islamic Jihad, who led the Al-Aqsa Flood operation.

The council stated that Yemen will monitor Israel’s commitment to the agreement and that its armed forces remain ready to support the Palestinian people in any way necessary.

Sun, Jan 19, 9:10 PM (Palestine Time)

Gaza Interior Ministry: We Are Ready

GAZA INTERIOR MINISTRY:

“Our forces began deploying this morning on main streets as the ceasefire took effect.

“We are assisting citizens, securing property, and dealing with occupation remnants.”

Sun, Jan 19, 9:10 PM (Palestine Time)

Israel to Release Four More Detainees Saturday

KAN: Four additional Israeli captives are expected to be released on Saturday as part of the first phase of the agreement.

Sun, Jan 19, 9:10 PM (Palestine Time)

Red Cross Verifies Identities of Palestinian Detainees

AL-JAZEERA: Red Cross teams at Ofer Prison are verifying the identities of Palestinian detainees scheduled for release.

Sun, Jan 19, 9:10 PM (Palestine Time)

Netanyahu: We Will Achieve All War Objectives

ISRAELI PM’S OFFICE: “This is an emotional day. We will bring back all the abducted and achieve all war objectives.”

Sun, Jan 19, 5:46 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Army Receives Three Released Detainees

ISRAELI MEDIA: The Israeli army received the three female prisoners from the International Red Cross after they were released by the Al-Qassam Brigades in Gaza.

Sun, Jan 19, 5:46 PM (Palestine Time)

Red Cross Enters Ofer Prison to Receive Palestinian Prisoners

AL-JAZEERA: A Red Cross delegation arrived at Ofer prison to receive Palestinian prisoners under tight security.

Sun, Jan 19, 5:46 PM (Palestine Time)

Al-Qassam Hands Over Three Israeli Captives

AL-QASSAM BRIGADES: Hamas’ military wing, Al-Qassam Brigades, handed over three Israeli female captives at Saraya Square in central Gaza to the Red Cross for their transfer to Israel.

Al-Qassam Hands Over Three Israeli Captives

Israeli Channel: Al-Qassam Still Dominates Gaza

ISRAELI CHANNEL 12: Al-Qassam Brigades have retained their strength and control over the Gaza Strip despite the prolonged war, as current events highlight their pervasive presence and dominance.

Sun, Jan 19, 5:46 PM (Palestine Time)

77 Palestinian Children to Be Released

CHANNEL 14: Israel will release 77 Palestinian prisoners under 18 years old via the Beitunia crossing to Ramallah in the coming hours.

Sun, Jan 19, 5:38 PM (Palestine Time)

Handover of Israeli Captives Begins

KAN: The process of handing over the three Israeli female captives has begun, according to Israeli officials.

Sun, Jan 19, 5:38 PM (Palestine Time)

Abu Obeida to Address at 6 PM

AL-QASSAM BRIGADES: Abu Obeida, spokesman for Hamas’ military wing, will deliver a video address at 6 PM Palestine local time.

Sun, Jan 19, 5:38 PM (Palestine Time)

Red Cross Team En Route to Receive Captives

REUTERS: A source involved in the transfer confirmed that the International Committee of the Red Cross team is on its way to receive the Israeli female captives from Hamas.

 

Sun, Jan 19, 5:38 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Army Bolsters West Bank Operations

ISRAELI ARMY: The Israeli military has reinforced operations in the West Bank to prepare for the release of Palestinian prisoners.

Additional checkpoints established.

Troops deployed in Palestinian villages and towns to prevent “terrorism” and unrest.

Sun, Jan 19, 5:38 PM (Palestine Time)

Smotrich: Resume Fighting to Reverse Damage

ISRAELI FINANCE MINISTER BEZALEL SMOTRICH: The only way to turn the prisoner-exchange deal into a tactical loss rather than a strategic defeat is to resume fighting.

He emphasized that staying in the government is essential to ensure Hamas’ destruction.

Sun, Jan 19, 5:38 PM (Palestine Time)

Katz: Buffer Zones Will Be Maintained

ISRAELI DEFENSE MINISTER YISRAEL KATZ: Speaking from the site of the captives’ reception, Katz stated that Israel will maintain buffer zones and respond firmly to any violations.

Sun, Jan 19, 3:12 PM (Palestine Time)

Transfer of Palestinian Female Prisoners from Damon Prison Begins

AL-JAZEERA:

Sources reported that the transfer of Palestinian female prisoners scheduled for release today has begun from Damon Prison toward Ofer, west of Ramallah.

Several buses left Damon Prison, which holds Palestinian female detainees, under tight security measures.

Sun, Jan 19, 3:12 PM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Media: Transfer of 90 Palestinian Detainees Begins

ISRAELI MEDIA:

Yedioth Ahronoth reported that the Israeli Prison Service has begun transferring 90 Palestinian detainees to Ofer Prison.

Israel Hayom confirmed that 90 detainees will be released: 78 to the West Bank and 12 to East Jerusalem.

Sun, Jan 19, 3:12 PM (Palestine Time)

Anticipation in Jerusalem for Prisoner Releases

AL-JAZEERA: Dozens of Palestinian families in occupied Jerusalem are awaiting the release of loved ones held for months or years in Israeli prisons.

The ceasefire agreement, which took effect this morning, includes their release.

Sun, Jan 19, 10:41 AM (Palestine Time)

Ben-Gvir and Party Ministers Resign

ISRAELI MEDIA: Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and ministers from the “Jewish Power” party have submitted their resignations.

Sun, Jan 19, 10:41 AM (Palestine Time)

Government Institutions in Gaza Ready to Resume Work

GAZA GOVERNMENT MEDIA OFFICE: Ministries and government institutions in Gaza are fully prepared to resume operations. Thousands of police officers will be deployed as part of a government plan to maintain security and order in the Strip.

Sun, Jan 19, 10:41 AM (Palestine Time)

Israel Receives Names of Three Female Prisoners

CHANNEL 12: Senior sources reported that Israel has received the names of the three female prisoners expected to be released today.

Sun, Jan 19, 10:41 AM (Palestine Time)

10 Dead, 25 Injured Since Ceasefire Began

GAZA CIVIL DEFENSE: Ten people have been killed, and 25 injured in Israeli strikes since the ceasefire agreement came into effect.

Sun, Jan 19, 10:41 AM (Palestine Time)

Prisoner Swap to Be Implemented Today

ISRAELI MEDIA: Well-informed sources stated that the prisoner swap will be implemented today, with names of detainees expected to be announced soon.

Sun, Jan 19, 10:41 AM (Palestine Time)

Identity of Three Women to Be Announced Soon

CHANNEL 12: Officials estimate the identities of the three women expected to be released will be revealed very soon.

Sun, Jan 19, 10:01 AM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Warplanes Fly Over Rafah

AL-JAZEERA: Israeli warplanes are flying at low altitudes over the city of Rafah. Israeli artillery shelling is targeting eastern Gaza City.

Sun, Jan 19, 10:01 AM (Palestine Time)

Casualties in Israeli Strikes Across Gaza

AL-JAZEERA: 5 Killed, 20 Injured in Israeli Shelling on Gaza.

Sun, Jan 19, 10:01 AM (Palestine Time)

Key Prisoners Expected to Be Released in Gaza Deal

AL-JAZEERA: After 15 months of war on Gaza, Palestinians await the implementation of a ceasefire agreement. As part of the deal, Israel is expected to release 735 Palestinian prisoners, coinciding with the release of Israeli captives held by Hamas.

Sun, Jan 19, 10:01 AM (Palestine Time)

Israeli Army: Ongoing Strikes in Gaza

ISRAELI ARMY: The Israeli army stated it continues to target several locations in Gaza.

Sun, Jan 19, 10:01 AM (Palestine Time)

False Alarm Triggers Sirens in Sderot

AL-JAZEERA: The Israeli Home Front Command clarified that the sirens in Sderot were a false alarm.

Sun, Jan 19, 10:01 AM (Palestine Time)

Injuries Reported in Rafah by Israeli Fire

AL-JAZEERA: Injuries were reported after Israeli forces opened fire in Rafah, southern Gaza Strip.

Sun, Jan 19, 10:01 AM (Palestine Time)

Strikes Continue despite Ceasefire

AL JAZEERA REPORTER: Israeli airstrikes targeted areas in Gaza even after the ceasefire officially took effect.

Sun, Jan 19, 10:01 AM (Palestine Time)

Palestinian Security Forces Deploy in Gaza

AL JAZEERA REPORTER: Palestinian security forces have been seen deploying across Gaza’s streets.

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1 Comment

  1. I’m not going to hold my breath. If it actually lasts, then i’ll applaud. The ZioNazis are scum, they deserve to be dismantled and jailed for their crimes. But then, so does most of the US congress for enabling the genocide.

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