Hamas Frees 13 Israeli Hostages After 48 Days In Gaza Captivity
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<p>Hamas has fulfilled the initial phase of the truce agreement between Israel and itself by releasing the first batch of hostages, marking the end of their 48-day captivity in Gaza. Thirteen Israeli women and children, along with 12 Thai hostages, were freed today after being kidnapped during the October 7 attack on Israel. Reports from […]</p>
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Hamas has fulfilled the initial phase of the truce agreement between Israel and itself by releasing the first batch of hostages, marking the end of their 48-day captivity in Gaza.
Thirteen Israeli women and children, along with 12 Thai hostages, were freed today after being kidnapped during the October 7 attack on Israel.
Reports from Israeli television indicate that Hamas handed over the hostages to the Red Cross, who are now en route to the Rafah crossing connecting Gaza and Egypt.
Concurrently, 39 Palestinian prisoners—comprising 24 women and 15 teenagers—are being released by Israel as part of the truce that temporarily halted the seven-week-long conflict in the Gaza Strip.
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is overseeing the coordination of this release, providing initial medical care upon receiving the hostages from Gaza.
While the lists of released civilians from Gaza were predetermined, they were not disclosed publicly beforehand.
Approximately 30 children are believed to be among the 240 captives taken into Gaza by Hamas.
The fragile four-day truce commenced at 7 a.m. local time, marking the first time in nearly seven weeks that guns fell silent across the region.
Over the course of the ceasefire, it is anticipated that at least 50 hostages will be liberated, leaving an estimated 190 still held by Palestinian militants. In reciprocation, 150 Palestinian prisoners are slated for release.
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/grocery-store-bakery-department-illustrative.jpg?id=55686109&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=0%2C108%2C0%2C108"/><br/><br/><p>If you've bought any mini pastries recently, you might want to double-check your fridge, because a salmonella outbreak has triggered a massive <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/food-recalls-quebec-cheese-salt-chocolate" target="_blank">recall in Canada</a>. </p><p>The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) is warning that a <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/eggs-recalled-canada-a-salmonella-risk-2025" target="_blank">salmonella outbreak</a> affecting at least five provinces has been linked to Sweet Cream-brand Mini Patisserie treats, with 61 confirmed cases reported so far — more than half of which are in Quebec.</p><p> This food recall is a serious one — the pastries have been distributed widely, from hotels to hospitals and even catered events.</p><p>The PHAC says the food recall involves mini pastries sold under various names and packages. It's warning Canadians to avoid eating, selling or serving them, as the products could potentially be contaminated with salmonella — a type of bacteria that can cause some nasty symptoms like fever, diarrhea and vomiting. </p><p>With at least 33 illnesses located in Quebec and 17 hospitalizations so far, you'll definitely want to check your fridge to keep yourself and your family safe.</p><p class="shortcode-media shortcode-media-rebelmouse-image">
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<small class="image-media media-caption" placeholder="Add Photo Caption...">Sweet Cream-brand mini pastries are being recalled in Canada due to potential salmonella contamination.</small><small class="image-media media-photo-credit" placeholder="Add Photo Credit..."><a href="https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/public-health-notice-outbreak-of-salmonella-infections-linked-to-mini-pastries-867545348.html" target="_blank">Public Health Agency of Canada</a></small></p><h3>What happened</h3><p>According to the PHAC, people began falling ill between September and December 2024. The affected people ranged in age from 3 to 88, and most cases were linked to catered events or other establishments where the pastries were served. </p><p>So far, the 61 reported illnesses include 33 in Quebec, 21 in Ontario, four in British Columbia, two in Alberta and one in New Brunswick. Of these illnesses, 17 have required hospitalization.</p><p>The federal agency also notes that some illnesses might still be unreported due to the delay in confirming salmonella cases — the reporting period can take up to 41 days.</p><h3>What you should do</h3><p>If you suspect you have these mini pastries in your home or business, the agency advises you to throw them out or return them to the store. </p><p>The recalled products include different sizes of Sweet Cream-brand mini pastries with best-before dates between June and November 2025. They were sold in Alberta, B.C., Nova Scotia, Ontario, Quebec and possibly elsewhere in Canada, and may have been repackaged, meaning the purchased product may be missing identifying information like the brand and best-before date.</p><p>If you're not sure whether a product you've purchased is part of the recall, the PHAC suggests contacting the store where you bought it to confirm.</p><p>The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is reminding Canadians that food contaminated with salmonella can make you sick without looking or smelling spoiled. Symptoms usually show up within 6 to 72 hours after exposure and can include fever, chills, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach cramps and sudden headaches.</p><p>For those experiencing symptoms, the PHAC suggests contacting a health care provider right away. People with weakened immune systems, pregnant people, young kids and older adults are especially vulnerable to complications.</p><h3>Where to stay informed</h3><p>To keep up with this recall, you can check <a href="https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/sweet-cream-brand-mini-patisserie-recalled-due-salmonella" target="_blank">updates from the CFIA</a> and <a href="https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/public-health-notice-outbreak-of-salmonella-infections-linked-to-mini-pastries-867545348.html" target="_blank">the PHAC</a>. These agencies are actively investigating and monitoring the situation.</p><p>While most people recover from salmonella without treatment, it's essential to keep an eye out for food recalls in Canada to stay informed. Stay safe and keep an eye on what's in your pantry!</p><p></p><p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em></p>
