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There were no reports of major flare-ups as the temporary cease-fire entered a second day. Hamas was expected to release Israeli hostages in exchange for 42 Palestinians held in Israeli jails.
More hostage releases could give further relief to those Israelis who see the hostages’ freedom as Israel’s biggest immediate priority, adding to pressure to extend the cease-fire.
The first group of 13 Israeli hostages — all women and children — were handed over to Israeli officials on Friday, joining five others released or rescued earlier in the fighting.