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2011-10-11 Home Front: WoT

Israel, Hamas Reportedly Agree to Deal to Release Captured Israeli Soldier

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Posted by Sherry 2011-10-11 14:54|| || Front Page|| [5 views ] Top

#1 exchange in "like" condition, I'd hope. If he's dead, kill them all

Posted by Frank G 2011-10-11 19:20|| 2011-10-11 19:20|| Front Page Top

#2 It's official...

In a much-anticipated prisoner exchange that could have broad implications, Israel and Hamas on Tuesday announced that an Israeli soldier abducted to Gaza five years ago would be swapped for about 1,000 Palestinians held by Israel and accused of militant activity.

Mashaal said 1,000 male prisoners and 27 female ones would be released, the first 450 over the next week and the rest within two months. He said the released would include 315 prisoners serving life sentences, suggesting they were convicted of attacks that caused the deaths of Israelis.

Seeming to confirm Israel's fears, Mashaal said that those who are released "will return to ... the national struggle."

Sounds like the worst deal since the Herschel Walker trade...

Posted by tu3031 2011-10-11 21:00|| 2011-10-11 21:00|| Front Page Top

#3 How long until Israel picks them up again?

Posted by trailing wife 2011-10-11 22:49|| 2011-10-11 22:49|| Front Page Top

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