Prisoner Exchange: Unveiling the Numbers and Controversies

Israel released nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for 20 Israeli hostages, as part of a U.S.-mediated ceasefire with Hamas. This move highlights ongoing tensions over administrative detention and its impact on the 9,100 Palestinians currently in Israeli prisons, including 3,544 held without sentencing.

In a significant development, Israel released nearly 2,000 Palestinian detainees this month as part of an ongoing U.S.-mediated ceasefire with Gaza's ruling party, Hamas. In exchange, Hamas freed 20 Israeli hostages, marking a rare diplomatic success amid escalating tensions.

The release encompassed 250 prisoners, some affiliated with Palestinian militant groups, with 154 deported to Egypt. Meanwhile, approximately 1,700 individuals detained during the war were freed without court rulings, underscoring the controversy over Israel's administrative detention practices.

The current situation leaves over 9,100 Palestinians in Israeli jails, including 3,544 held without sentencing, a point of contention for human rights advocates. The lack of transparency regarding specific prisoner details complicates the situation further, with each new development setting off a fresh wave of political debate and international concern.

(With inputs from agencies.)