How many hostages were released by the ICRC?

The ICRC confirmed the safe release of 24 hostages.

From where were the hostages released?

The hostages were released from the Gaza Strip and transported to the Rafah border.

What role did the ICRC play in the release?

The ICRC acted as a neutral intermediary, facilitating the transport of the hostages to safety.

Photo showing the release of 24 hostages facilitated by the ICRC — ICRC personnel escort the 24 hostages to safety at Rafah

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ICRC confirms release of 24 hostages from Gaza Strip

By GC NewsDesk

25/11/2023

Key Takeaways

The International Committee of the Red Cross confirmed the release of 24 hostages from Gaza.
Hostages were moved from the Gaza Strip to the Rafah border by the ICRC.
The operation showcases the ICRC’s role as a neutral intermediary in conflict zones.

Gaza: The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) on Friday confirmed the release of 24 hostages from the Gaza Strip.

“We are relieved to confirm the safe release of 24 hostages.

We have facilitated this release by transporting them from Gaza to the Rafah border, marking the real-life impact of our role as a neutral intermediary between the parties,” the ICRC wrote on X.