Hostages: releases will be spread over six weeks

In the Gaza Strip, the ceasefire is due to begin this Sunday, January 19 at 7:30 a.m. French time. However, the Palestinian enclave has again suffered bombardments in recent hours, particularly in the town of Khan Younes. However, the population desperately needs this 42-day truce announced jointly by Israel and Hamas. The Islamist organization is due to release the first three hostages today, but confirmation of their identity is still pending.