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Israel releases four Lebanese prisoners in Red Cross-brokered exchange
Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun hailed the release of four Lebanese detainees held by Israel, crediting U.S. President Donald Trump's diplomatic efforts in facilitating the handover through International Committee of the Red Cross mediation.
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Israel released four Lebanese prisoners on Wednesday through a Red Cross-mediated handover, marking another development in prisoner exchanges between the two countries. The release was welcomed by Lebanese leadership, with President Aoun expressing gratitude for the outcome.
President Aoun publicly acknowledged the role of U.S. President Trump in supporting diplomatic efforts that led to the prisoners' freedom. The handover was facilitated through the International Committee of the Red Cross, which has served as a neutral intermediary in managing prisoner transfers between Israeli and Lebanese parties.
The release represents a continuation of negotiations aimed at addressing detainee issues between Israel and Lebanon. Such exchanges have occurred periodically amid broader regional tensions, with humanitarian organizations playing a crucial role in ensuring the safety and dignity of those involved in transfers.
Details regarding the specific identities of the released individuals and the circumstances of their detention were not immediately disclosed. The exchange underscores ongoing diplomatic channels between the parties, despite broader military and political tensions in the region.