Prisoner swap deal between Israel and Hamas

Israel and Hamas have agreed to a prisoner swap deal as part of their ongoing conflict. The terms of the deal entail the release of 50 hostages held by Hamas in exchange for 150 Palestinians, including women and children, who have been imprisoned in Israel. The exchange is set to take place over a four-day period. As of now, 39 Israeli hostages and 117 Palestinian prisoners have been released. Hamas has excluded potential reservists from the release, and Israel has released detainees involved in administrative detentions and various offenses, including attempted murder. This prisoner swap has faced challenges and delays, particularly due to disagreements over details, proof of life, and the control of certain hostages. However, the involvement of a secret negotiation cell within the Biden administration, along with Qatari intermediaries, played a significant role in moving the negotiations forward.