
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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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.
Khalida Jarrar spent long periods in solitary confinement: because Israel’s capacity for cruelty limitless. pic.twitter.com/4dsJ9P2xM3
— PalMedia (@PalMediaOrg) January 20, 2025
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.
I'm Not Crying – You Are Crying
Prisoner Rose Khweis in her father's arms in the first moments of release.
She was released as part of the prisoner exchange deal pic.twitter.com/rtYiCVzCMI
— Ryan Rozbiani (@RyanRozbiani) January 19, 2025
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.
بعد أن أمضت أكثر من 150 يومًا في العزل الإنفرادي!
لحظة استقبال الأسيرة القيادية خالدة جرار المفرج عنها ضمن صفقة التبادل بين المقاومة والاحتلال. pic.twitter.com/WFrKwWkndn
— #القدس_ينتفض 🇵🇸 (@MyPalestine0) January 20, 2025
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.
تغطية صحفية: لحظة لقاء أسيرة ابنتها بعد الإفراج عنها ضمن صفقة التبادل بين المــقاومة والاحتلال pic.twitter.com/3BcUB0LNlw
— شبكة قدس الإخبارية (@qudsn) January 20, 2025
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.
ابتسامة حرائر فلسطين ، وهم في طريقهم الى بيوتهم بعد تحريرهم من سجون الاحتلال الصهيوني pic.twitter.com/gYXMgkbiw0
— #القدس_ينتفض 🇵🇸 (@MyPalestine0) January 20, 2025
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.
حافلات تنقل الدفعة الأولى من الأسيرات والأسرى المفرج عنهم ضمن صفقة التبادل تصل مدينة رام الله pic.twitter.com/cIt6uH1HxO
— شبكة قدس الإخبارية (@qudsn) January 19, 2025
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.
AL-JAZEERA: A Red Cross delegation arrived at Ofer prison to receive Palestinian prisoners under tight security. pic.twitter.com/lbx6U0vYvF
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) January 19, 2025
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 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. pic.twitter.com/mRPQDNW333
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) January 19, 2025
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.
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. pic.twitter.com/7hR3Rj306M
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) January 19, 2025
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.
Handover of Israeli Captives Begins
KAN: The process of handing over the three Israeli female captives has begun, according to Israeli officials.
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.
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.
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. pic.twitter.com/gHBFwBK229
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) January 19, 2025
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Families of Palestinian prisoners endure emotional wait
Naqaa Hamed reports from al-Khalil. pic.twitter.com/mBXjELWmOb
— Press TV 🔻 (@PressTV) January 19, 2025
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.
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.
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.
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.
As a ceasefire agreement approaches and the genocide in the Gaza Strip comes to an end, journalists in Gaza chanted, "We will remain here until pain and suffering are eradicated." pic.twitter.com/Z9gVegVrsF
— Palestine Highlights (@PalHighlight) January 18, 2025
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.
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.
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.
Casualties in Israeli Strikes Across Gaza
AL-JAZEERA: 5 Killed, 20 Injured in Israeli Shelling on Gaza.
Heavy Israeli bombardment with continuous bombings on residential blocks in the north of Gaza. pic.twitter.com/yJ6KeVEPcw
— Eye on Palestine (@EyeonPalestine) January 18, 2025
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.
Israeli Army: Ongoing Strikes in Gaza
ISRAELI ARMY: The Israeli army stated it continues to target several locations in Gaza.
False Alarm Triggers Sirens in Sderot
AL-JAZEERA: The Israeli Home Front Command clarified that the sirens in Sderot were a false alarm.
Injuries Reported in Rafah by Israeli Fire
AL-JAZEERA: Injuries were reported after Israeli forces opened fire in Rafah, southern Gaza Strip.
Strikes Continue despite Ceasefire
AL JAZEERA REPORTER: Israeli airstrikes targeted areas in Gaza even after the ceasefire officially took effect.
AL JAZEERA REPORTER: Palestinian security forces have been seen deploying across Gaza's streets. pic.twitter.com/mvsoXOE13Z
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) January 19, 2025
Palestinian Security Forces Deploy in Gaza
AL JAZEERA REPORTER: Palestinian security forces have been seen deploying across Gaza’s streets.
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.