Dean Elsdunne: 'It’s important to remember that in the framework of this release of our loved ones from terrorist captivity is the release of terrorists'

Emily posts her thanks on social media to her family and friends; says she is happy just to be; 'best friends in the world' rush to hospital to see her as she arrives 

Or Yissachar: Hamas is 'obsessed with antisemitic, vile rhetoric'

Calev Ben-David: 'Let’s hope Israel’s political leadership understands the gravity of the moment'

Officials claim humanitarian movement stalling on purpose to portray Israel as failing to uphold its commitments under hostage deal; despite setback, issue resolved with considerable delay and prisoners ultimately released

Incoming president says deal underway one day before he takes office, thanks Steve Witkoff for doing 'very well' to secure the deal; 'We took in the first hostages today and they're coming in tomorrow and they're going to keep coming in,' he says