Hostage Crisis in Gaza: A Timeline of Efforts and Challenges
The Israeli and Hamas conflict involves a complex hostage situation, with numerous Israeli and foreign captives taken by Hamas. Efforts to secure their release have included protests, international negotiations, and military operations. Despite some successes, the situation remains tense, with ongoing challenges in reaching a lasting ceasefire.

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has been marked by a harrowing hostage crisis, with Israeli forces and international players working to secure the release of dozens of captives held in Gaza.
Since the initial abduction in October 2023, when Hamas militants stormed into Israel, killing and capturing hundreds, there have been numerous attempts to negotiate hostages' release through a mix of international diplomacy and military operations.
Despite momentary ceasefires and partial prisoner swaps, negotiations remain fraught, with intermittent progress highlighting the fragile nature of peace attempts in the region.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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