Israel delays release of Palestinian prisoners, citing 'humiliating' handovers of hostages 

Nadeen, who was waiting for the release of her brother, Ahamd al-Seifi, after he served 15 years in Israeli jails, is comforted by a relative, Feb. 23, 2025.

Israel says the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners is delayed "until the release of the next hostages has been assured, and without the humiliating ceremonies" at handovers of Israeli captives in Gaza.