Tragic Orchestration: The Release Ceremony Unveiled

In a tightly controlled release ceremony, three hostages appeared gaunt, surrounded by armed militants. Israeli leaders expressed outrage. Prime Minister Netanyahu condemned the scenes while opposition leader Lapid called for extending the truce with Hamas to secure the release of remaining hostages. This ceremony marked 491 days of their captivity.

In a controlled release ceremony, three hostages appeared frail and gaunt, watched over by armed militants.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office stated, "We will not accept the shocking scenes," though no punitive actions were specified. Past chaotic releases delayed Palestinian prisoner releases.

President Isaac Herzog described their captivity as "491 days of hell." Opposition leader Yair Lapid urged extending the truce with Hamas to rescue remaining hostages.

(With inputs from agencies.)