The exchange of Israeli captives is expected to take place in front of the destroyed home of Hamas’ leader Yahya Sinwar in Khan Yunis.
Meanwhile, dozens of Palestinian prisoners are set to be released as part of the ongoing ‘Al-Aqsa Flood’ swap deal.
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Trump Envoy: Gaza Reconstruction Could Take 10–15 Years
AXIOS (citing Trump’s envoy):
Rebuilding Gaza may take between 10 and 15 years.
Aid is entering Gaza as planned, and people are returning to the north.
My message to Netanyahu and the ministers I met with is to continue implementing the deal.
Israeli Army: Soldier Killed, Five Wounded in Jenin
ISRAELI ARMY: The Israeli army announced that one soldier was killed and five others injured, one critically, in Jenin.
Abu Obeida Announces Martyrdom of Other Qassam Leaders
Abu Obeida announced the martyrdom of a group of its military council leaders in Gaza during the Battle of Al-Aqsa Flood:
1- Chief of Staff of Al-Qassam Brigades Mohammed Deif
2- Deputy Chief of Staff of Al-Qassam Brigades Marwan Issa
3- Ahmed Al-Ghandour
4- Ayman Nofal
5- Rafeh Salama (Commander of the Khan Yunis Brigade)
6- Raed Thabet (Commander of the Human Resources Section)
7- Ghazi Tama’a (Commander of the Weapons Section)
Abu Obeida Announces Martyrdom of Mohammed al-Deif
ABU OBEIDA: The military spokesman for the Martyr Izz El-Din Al-Qassam Brigades, Abu Obeida, announces the martyrdom of the commander of the Qassam Brigades, Mohammed al-Deif, “Abu Khaled,” along with other leaders in the field throughout the course of Al-Aqsa Flood.
ABU OBEIDA: The military spokesman for the Martyr Izz El-Din Al-Qassam Brigades, Abu Obeida, announces the martyrdom of the commander of the Qassam Brigades, Mohammed al-Deif, “Abu Khaled,” along with other leaders in the field throughout the course of Al-Aqsa Flood. pic.twitter.com/MMnRmGyI8w
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) January 30, 2025
Ben Gvir: Prisoner Release Is a Sign of Surrender
ITAMAR BEN GVIR: Releasing Rashid Al-Rashq, who planned to assassinate me, along with Zakaria Zubeidi and others, is proof of surrender and a disastrous agreement.
Zakaria Zubeidi is Free
PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Palestinian prisoner Zakaria Zubeidi was freed as part of the Al-Aqsa Flood deal.
Palestinian prisoner Zakaria Zubeidi was freed as part of the Al-Aqsa Flood deal. pic.twitter.com/VnCAXSrOSJ
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) January 30, 2025
Israel Fires Tear Gas at Palestinians Welcoming Released Prisoners
AL-JAZEERA: Israeli forces fired tear gas at dozens of Palestinians as they gathered to receive prisoners released from Ofer Prison.
Buses Carrying Palestinian Prisoners Leave Ofer Prison
AL-JAZEERA: The buses transporting Palestinian prisoners have departed from Ofer Prison.
Hamas Official: Erdoğan Helped Secure Thai Prisoners’ Release
HAMAS OFFICIAL TO AL-JAZEERA: The release of the five Thai workers came after efforts and intervention by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and mediators.
HAMAS OFFICIAL TO AL-JAZEERA: The release of the five Thai workers came after efforts and intervention by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and mediators. pic.twitter.com/0HS5oxDjiM
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) January 30, 2025
One Thai Detainee Still in Gaza
THAI FOREIGN MINISTRY: One of our detainees remains in Gaza, and we have no information on his condition.
Loud Explosion Heard in Jenin
AL-JAZEERA: A massive explosion was heard in Jenin refugee camp amid the ongoing Israeli military operation.
12 Palestinians Injured by Israeli Fire Near Ofer Prison
PALESTINIAN RED CRESCENT: Its teams are treating 12 Palestinians wounded by Israeli fire in Beitunia, near Ofer Prison.
Palestinian Prisoners Left Waiting in Buses
ISRAELI ARMY RADIO: Security forces are preparing for the possible release of Palestinian detainees at 5 PM. The prisoners remain in buses and have not been returned to their cells.
Israel Prepares to Release Palestinian Prisoners
CHANNEL 12: Security forces are preparing to release Palestinian prisoners as ordered by the political leadership.
Palestinian Prisoners to Be Released at 5 PM
PRISONERS MEDIA OFFICE: Following discussions with mediators, Palestinian prisoners will be released at 5 PM local time.
Netanyahu Orders Delay in Prisoner Release
ISRAELI PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE: Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz ordered a delay in releasing Palestinian prisoners until Israeli detainees leave Gaza safely.
Hamas Condemns Death of Two Gaza Prisoners
HAMAS:
The deaths of Mohammad Al-Asali and Ibrahim Ashour in Israeli prisons highlight Israel’s brutality and disregard for humanitarian values.
While the resistance treats enemy prisoners under international law, Israel continues its crimes against Palestinian detainees.
Palestinian Boy Killed in Shejaiya
QNN: A Palestinian boy has been shot dead by Israeli occupation gunfire, east of the Shejaiya neighborhood in eastern Gaza City.
QNN: A Palestinian boy has been shot dead by Israeli occupation gunfire, east of the Shejaiya neighborhood in eastern Gaza City. pic.twitter.com/HK9tn07Cgm
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) January 30, 2025
CHANNEL 12: The Israeli Prison Service has received orders from the political leadership to stop releasing Palestinian prisoners. The decision follows the chaos during the handover of prisoners in Khan Yunis.
Yedioth Ahronoth: Delay Ordered for Palestinian Prisoner
YEDİOTH AHARONOTH: Yedioth Ahronoth reported that Israeli authorities have issued instructions to delay the convoy of Palestinian prisoners due for release today as part of the third phase of the prisoner exchange agreement under the ceasefire between Palestinians and Israel. The buses carrying the prisoners were said to have returned to their departure points.
Israeli Airstrike on Jenin
QNN: Israeli helicopters carry out an airstrike on the Jenin refugee camp in the northern West Bank, amid an ongoing assault that has lasted for 10 days.
QNN: Israeli helicopters carry out an airstrike on the Jenin refugee camp in the northern West Bank, amid an ongoing assault that has lasted for 10 days. pic.twitter.com/ezwxGCFN1X
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) January 30, 2025
Al-Qassam Brigades Claims Responsibility for Attack on Israeli Forces in Jenin
AL-QASSAM BRIGADES: The Al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas, claimed responsibility for a bomb attack on Israeli forces in Jenin refugee camp, West Bank, reportedly killing and injuring several soldiers.
Israeli Army Receives Seven Prisoners from Red Cross
AL JAZEERA: The Israeli military confirmed that it has received the seven prisoners released from Gaza, as confirmed by the International Red Cross.
Al-Qassam Brigades Mourn Four Fighters Killed in Qabatiya
AL JAZEERA: The Al-Qassam Brigades mourned four of its fighters—Salah Bani Mattar, Abdul Rahman Khateeb, Osama, and Ibrahim Bani Ouda—who were killed in Israeli airstrikes on Qabatiya, West Bank. They vowed to continue their struggle in honor of the fallen martyrs.
Israeli Captives Handed over to Red Cross
ISRAELI ARMY: Two Israelis and five foreign prisoners handed over to the Red Cross in the Gaza Strip
Arbel Yehud Handed over to Red Cross
PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Israeli captive Arbel Yehud was handed over to the Red Cross in Khan Yunis.
The moment Israeli prisoner Arbel Yehud is delivered to the Red Cross. pic.twitter.com/bXhP5BKb0Q
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) January 30, 2025
Captives Arrive in Khan Yunis
QNN: Two Israeli captives and five Thai nationals have arrived in Khan Yunis to be handed over to the Red Cross, as part of the third prisoner exchange since the ceasefire took effect.
Two Israeli captives and five Thai nationals have arrived in Khan Yunis to be handed over to the Red Cross, as part of the third prisoner exchange since the ceasefire took effect. pic.twitter.com/sQ4WygIaEH
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) January 30, 2025
Israeli Army: Hezbollah Drone Intercepted
ISRAELI ARMY: The Israeli military announced that its air force intercepted a reconnaissance drone launched by the Lebanese Hezbollah towards Israeli territory earlier today, Thursday.
Zakaria Zubeidi Will Be Banned from Returning to Jenin Refugee Camp
ISRAEL HAYOM: Israeli newspaper Israel Hayom reported that the Israeli army will prevent Zakaria Zubeidi, a prominent leader of the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Brigades and a former member of Fatah’s revolutionary council, from returning to Jenin Refugee Camp after his release today.
Danish FM: We Will Continue Supporting UNRWA
DANISH FOREIGN MINISTER:
We are closely monitoring the implementation of Israeli laws targeting UNRWA.
We remain committed to supporting UNRWA, which plays a key role in regional stability and Palestinian relief efforts.
Red Cross En Route to Receive Yehud and Moses
ISRAELI ARMY RADIO: Israeli Army Radio reported that the Red Cross is on its way to receive Erbil Yehud and Gadi Moses in Khan Yunis.
The Red Cross has arrived in Khan Younis in southern Gaza to receive the Israeli captives, as part of the third prisoner exchange since the ceasefire took effect. pic.twitter.com/sFpOWya1ud
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) January 30, 2025
Israeli Army Confirms Receiving Soldier Agam Berger
ISRAELI ARMY: The Israeli military announced that it has received soldier Agam Berger and is preparing for the return of other captives.
The moments ahead of the hand over of Israeli soldier Agam Berger to the Red Cross in the Jabaliya refugee camp, in northern Gaza. pic.twitter.com/PCAo2Siny4
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) January 30, 2025
Israeli Captive Soldier Agam Berger Handed Over Amid Jabaliya Rubble
PALESTINIAN MEDIA: The Israeli captive Agam Berger was handed over to the Red Cross from the rubble of the Jabaliya refugee camp in northern Gaza.
PALESTINIAN MEDIA: The Israeli captive Agam Berger was handed over to the Red Cross from the rubble of the Jabaliya refugee camp in northern Gaza. pic.twitter.com/Y2GRL67w51
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) January 30, 2025
Resistance Fighters Arrive at Prisoner Handover Site in Gaza
PALESTINIAN MEDIA: Fighters from Hamas, Islamic Jihad, and the Popular Resistance Committees arrived at a Khan Yunis site ahead of the Israeli captives’ release.
Israeli captives Arbel Yehud and Gadi Moses during the final procedures for the handover process. pic.twitter.com/bf9rzFl8xK
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) January 30, 2025
Shin Bet Warns Families of Palestinian Prisoners against Celebrations
CHANNEL 12: The Shin Bet has warned the families of Palestinian prisoners set to be released today against holding celebrations, amid reports of arrest campaigns.
Israeli Military Helicopter Lands in Re’im for Prisoner Exchange
ISRAELI MEDIA: An Israeli military helicopter landed in Re’im, near Gaza, as part of preparations for the prisoner swap operation.
Islamic Jihad Confirms Completion of Israeli Captives’ Transfer
AL-QUDS BRIGADES: Gadi Moses and Arbel Yehud have been handed over. Their release is part of the third phase of the first stage of the prisoner exchange deal.
AL-QUDS BRIGADES: Gadi Moses and Arbel Yehud have been handed over. Their release is part of the third phase of the first stage of the prisoner exchange deal.
The handover of Gadi Moses and Arbel Yehud is expected to take place near the ruins of Yahya Sinwar’s house in Khan… pic.twitter.com/1KF0yvE6wf
— The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) January 30, 2025
Israeli Captives to Be Released Near Destroyed Home of Sinwar
ISRAELI ARMY RADIO: The handover of Gadi Moses and Arbel Yehud is expected to take place near the ruins of Yahya Sinwar’s house in Khan Yuunis
Red Cross En Route to Receive Israeli Captive Agam Berger
ISRAELI MEDIA:
Israel has been officially notified that Agam Berger will be released from Gaza within the next hour.
Two other captives, Gadi Moses and Erbil Yehud, are also set to be released before 12 PM.
The Red Cross is on its way to receive Agam Berger first in Jabalia, while Moses and Yehud will be released from Khan Younis.
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