Israel-Hamas prisoner exchanges: How many more will be released?

Last week, after weeks of relentless bombing in Gaza, Israel agreed to temporarily pause its assault after negotiating a truce with Hamas through mediators in Qatar and Egypt.

Though its agreement with Hamas included the cessation of hostilities and the entry of a limited quantity of aid into Gaza, the deal hinged on one key factor: the exchange of prisoners. 

Following two truce extensions, and 120 captives released from Gaza and ongoing talks, important questions are starting to arise. 

If all civilian women, children and foreign nationals are released during potential extensions of the current truce, an estimated 110-120 Israelis will remain in Gaza. Almost all of them are men, except for a few female soldiers.

With all women and children possibly released by the end of the week, the focus is on what will happen to the others. 

Some of the questions being asked include: will there be another deal to release other categories of prisoners held in Gaza and Israel? What will the price be on each side? And could it lead to a lasting ceasefire? 

We break down some of the possible scenarios and ask an expert to find out more. 

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