President Herzog spoke with released hostage Alon Ohel - a talented pianist - and invited him to play the piano at the President’s Residence.

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After 738 days, Hamas is no longer holding any living hostages; the 13 last living hostages have been handed over to the Red Cross, and the other seven are already in Israel.

Residents of Kiryat Arba Hebron recite the Shehechiyanu blessing on the release of the hostages

After 738 days, Hamas is no longer holding any living hostages; the 13 last living hostages have been handed over to the Red Cross, and the other seven are already in Israel. Some of the deceased hostages will be returned to Israel in the afternoon.

The IDF and ISA have confirmed: "According to information provided by the Red Cross, 13 hostages have been transferred into their custody and are on their way to IDF and ISA forces in the Gaza Strip."

After 738 days, Hamas is no longer holding any living hostages; the 13 last living hostages have been handed over to the Red Cross, and the other seven are already in Israel. Some of the deceased hostages will be returned to Israel in the afternoon.

<p>The IDF and ISA have confirmed: "13 returning hostages are currently being accompanied by IDF and ISA forces on their return to Israel, where they will undergo an initial medical assessment." </p><p>"The commanders and soldiers of the IDF salute and embrace the returning hostages as they make their way home to the State of Israel. </p><p>"The IDF Spokesperson’s Unit asks the public to act responsibly and with sensitivity, to respect the privacy of the returning hostages, and to rely solely on official information."</p>