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The Israeli security services are actively preparing for the release of the three hostages, which is due to take place on Thursday. The names of the released persons will be known today. As the hostages are in different locations, it is possible that the transfer process will take place at several meeting points.

It is not yet known whether the hostages will be handed over to the International Committee of the Red Cross in the morning or in the afternoon.

Israel complies with the terms of the agreement, but steps up security measures

According to Israel’s Channel 12, the country continues to comply with the terms of the ceasefire agreement. At the same time, the situation in Gaza remains tense.

Several incidents have occurred in recent days: Palestinian vehicles and excavators have attempted to bypass checkpoints by moving north. In response, Israeli troops struck at the intruders.

The IDF spokesman said:

“Israel has a firm position: anyone who tries to pass outside the checkpoints will be attacked.”

Final coordination between intelligence services

Today, representatives of the IDF, Shabak and the Red Cross will make final arrangements for the operation.

Israeli services are considering several collection points, as the released hostages are held in different locations. The authorities are also considering possible unforeseen circumstances that could affect the transfer process.

IDF continues operations in southern Gaza

Amid preparations for the release of hostages , Israeli forces continue operations in the southern Gaza Strip. Over the past day, the IDF killed several suspects who posed a threat.

It was also reported that the army opened fire on people moving towards Israeli troops in southern Gaza.

Israel once again called on civilians to follow instructions and stay away from military zones to avoid civilian casualties.