Israeli forces are on standby as the hostages Romi Gonen, Emily Damari and Doron Steinbrecher have been handed over to Red Cross officials.
All three hostages were able to exit the vehicle and enter the Red Cross vehicle on foot, even after sixteen grueling months of captivity.
Security forces are positioned with vehicles around the designated transfer point at Palestine Square, ready to respond to any potential security threats during the handover process. Military officials have implemented heightened security measures to ensure the safety of the hostages during this critical operation.
Initial reports of the hostage transfer taking place along the Netzarim route were a deliberate misdirection by Hamas, according to Abu Ali. Gaza sources now confirm the handover is set to occur at the al-Saraya junction in Gaza City.
Hamas supporters and operatives have already gathered at the new location, apparently staged to create a backdrop for the hostage transfer event.
This marks a significant change from previously announced plans, with the transfer now moved to a more central urban location.
Military helicopters are standing by at a Gaza border base to fly them to medical checks after an emotional reunion with their families near Re'im, where they will meet their mothers.
