The first three Israeli hostages released under the 42-day ceasefire with Hamas on Sunday said they only became aware of their impending freedom that morning.

In what the hostages called a "cynical game," Hamas also presented them with "gift bags" bearing the emblem of the military arm of Hamas.{ai:summary}<p>Three Israeli hostages released during a ceasefire with Hamas reported they learned of their freedom just hours before it happened. The release marks a significant moment in the ongoing conflict. #foreignaffairs</p>

One of first three freed Israeli hostages thought she 'would die in Gaza': reports

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