Welcome to The Times of Israel’s Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what’s happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world.
Military reporter Emanuel Fabian joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today’s episode.
The ceasefire between Israel and the terror groups led by Hamas in the Gaza Strip came into effect at 11:15 a.m. after Hamas finally submitted the names of the three hostages set to be released this evening — Romi Gonen, Emily Damari and Doron Steinbrecher. Fabian discusses what preparations are being made to receive the women.
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