As the sun rises on the fourth day of the truce between Israel and Hamas, there's a glimmer of hope in the Middle East 
. Beginning on November 24, this pause in conflict marks day 52 of tensions, but today brings stories of reunions and relief.
Israel and Hamas have just completed their second prisoner-hostage swap. Thirty-nine Palestinian prisoners were released from an Israeli prison and have arrived in Jerusalem, according to Palestinian news agency WAFA. Meanwhile, thirteen Israeli and four Thai hostages held in Gaza have returned home, the Israeli military reported.
This truce has not only reunited families but also allowed for a much-needed influx of humanitarian aid. The United Nations noted that the pause enabled the largest delivery of food, water, and medicine into the region since aid convoys resumed on October 21. 
With Monday being the last scheduled day of the four-day truce, many are hopeful that these positive steps might lead to lasting peace. Fingers crossed for more good news ahead! 
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