Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher returned to Israel as part of the hostage deal on Sunday evening after more than 470 days in captivity in Gaza.
Live updates:
10:23 p.m.: The director of Sheba Medical Center says the returnees' medical conditions allow them to concentrate on reuniting with their loved ones.
10:00 p.m.: Footage shows the moment Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher reunite with their families at Sheba Medical Center in central Israel.
9:10 p.m.: The three returnees are undergoing initial evaluations at the Sheba Medical Center.
8:55 p.m.: Incoming White House National Security Advisor Mike Waltz: "Relieved these three brave women are no longer suffering at the hands of Hamas terrorists in the tunnels below Gaza and are once again with their families. More to come."
8:53 p.m.: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy congratulated the return of the hostages:
"The release of hostages after many months of war between Israel and Hamas is a deeply meaningful moment.
"Seeing families reunited, and knowing the tears of relief and joy it brings, is something we can all connect with. As Ukrainians, we know the pain of separation and hope of bringing loved ones back home.
"The path to lasting peace and dignity for all people is still long and challenging, but we hope for further progress toward security, stability, and normal life in the entire Middle East.
"Ukraine wishes for peace, justice, and reliable security guarantees for all nations, just as we continue to fight for them ourselves."
8:38 p.m.: Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson commented on a photo showing the released hostages surrounded by mobs of Gazans while being transferred to the Red Cross: "What a picture of Hamas - thousands of armed young men jeering these brave, defenceless and totally innocent women. How is that supposed to promote reconciliation?"
8:36 p.m.: The three released hostages, together with their mothers, just landed at a hospital, where they will be reunited with the rest of their families and receive medical treatment.
The IDF, ISA, the Mossad, and Israeli health authorities are ready to continue receiving additional hostages and are operating to bring home all the hostages.
8:17 p.m.: The family of Doron Steinbrecher released a statement following her release from Hamas captivity.
"After an unbearable 471 days, our beloved Dodo has finally returned to our arms. We want to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who supported and accompanied us along this journey. A special thank you to the people of Israel for their warm embrace, unwavering support, and the strength they gave us during our darkest moments. We also extend our gratitude to President Trump for his significant involvement and support, which meant so much to us.
"Our heroic Dodo, who survived 471 days in Hamas captivity, begins her rehabilitation journey today. We will continue to stand with all the families and do everything in our power until all of their loved ones return home."
8:09 p.m.: The IDF announced that the three released hostages, together with their mothers, just boarded an Israeli Air Force helicopter to make their way to the hospital, where they will be reunited with the rest of their families and receive medical treatment.
8:00 p.m.: IDF Arabic Language Spokesman Avichay Adraee published an unequivocal warning as part of preparations for the release of terrorists into Judea and Samaria.
"We warn against participating in riots and armed marches that support terrorism. Anyone who participates in such terrorist acts exposes himself to danger," he stated.
7:51 p.m.: Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar: "Welcome home Romi, Doron and Emily! Happiness without measure after the release of our three female heroes who survived the unbearable and have now been returned to us. We will continue working to release our other hostages."
7:48 p.m.: The IDF has released footage showing the moment the three returnees were transferred from the Red Cross to IDF forces.
7:44 p.m.: The Hamas terror organization has confirmed that the next hostages will be released on Saturday.
7:38 p.m.: The family of Emily Damari has cleared for publication that Emily lost two fingers after being shot by Hamas terrorists when she was abducted on October 7th, 2023.
7:18 p.m.: Mandy Damari, mother of British-Israeli Emily Damari, stated after being reunited with her daughter: "After 471 days Emily is finally home.
"I want to thank everyone who never stopped fighting for Emily throughout this horrendous ordeal, and who never stopped saying her name. In Israel, Britain, the United States, and around the world. Thank you for bringing Emily home.
"While Emily’s nightmare in Gaza is over, for too many other families the impossible wait continues. Every last hostage must be released, and humanitarian aid must be provided to the hostages who are still waiting to come home.
"We ask that the media please respect Emily’s and our family’s privacy during this time."

6:58 p.m.: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer congratulated the release of three hostages, including British citizen Emily Damari.
"The release of three hostages today is wonderful and long-overdue news after months of agony for them and their families. Among them is British citizen Emily Damari, who will now be reunited with her family, including her mother Amanda who has never stopped her tireless fight to bring her daughter home.
"I wish them all the very best as they begin the road to recovery after the intolerable trauma they have experienced. We stand ready to offer assistance and support.
"However, today also represents another day of suffering for those who haven't made it home yet so while this ceasefire deal should be welcomed, we must not forget about those who remain in captivity under Hamas.
"We must now see the remaining phases of the ceasefire deal implemented in full and on schedule, including the release of those remaining hostages and a surge of humanitarian aid into Gaza. The UK stands ready to do everything it can to support a permanent and peaceful solution."
6:41 p.m.: IDF releases footage of the returnees entering Israeli territory.
6:24 p.m.: The IDF has confirmed that the three released hostages have arrived at the initial reception point in southern Israel, where they will be reunited with their mothers.
IDF officers from the Manpower Directorate and IDF medical officials are accompanying the released hostages during an initial medical assessment.
IDF representatives are accompanying their families at the hospital and updating them with the latest available information.
6:19 p.m.: The three returnees are approaching the special complex at the Re'im Camp where they will reunite with their families. Israeli citizens carrying flags are lining the roads to welcome them.
6:10 p.m.: Watch: The families of the returnees rejoice as they watch their loved ones being handed over to Israeli forces.
5:57 p.m.: A short while ago, accompanied by IDF and ISA forces, the released hostages crossed the border into Israeli territory.
The released hostages are currently on their way to an initial reception point in southern Israel, where they will undergo an initial medical assessment.
5:49 p.m.: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office published an official statement with the return of the three hostages.
"The Israeli government embraces the three returnees. Their families were updated by the authorities that they were met by our forces.
"The Israeli government is obliged to return all hostages and missing persons."
The PMO added: "The government, together with all security bodies, will accompany them and their families. 'Blessed are you G-d - who redeems prisoners'
5:38 p.m.: The IDF has confirmed that Romi, Emily, and Doron have been transferred to the IDF.
The three released hostages are being accompanied by IDF special forces and ISA forces on their return to Israeli territory, where they will undergo an initial medical assessment.
The commanders and soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces salute and embrace the released hostages as they make their way home to the State of Israel.
The IDF Spokesperson’s Unit asks everyone to respect the privacy of the released hostages and their families.
6:27 p.m.: One of the returnees' hand was injured and received initial treatment.
5:21 p.m.: The returnees are expected to link up with IDF forces in approximately half an hour.
5:19 p.m.: Terrorists are being led out of the Ofir Prison in a convoy led by the Red Cross to their point of release.
5:14 p.m.: The IDF has confirmed that the Red Cross has communicated that the three Israeli hostages were transferred to them and are on their way toward IDF and ISA forces in the Gaza Strip.
5:08 p.m.: Arab media live broadcasts show hostages being transferred by Hamas terrorists to the Red Cross, as they are surrounded by a mob of Gazans.
4:48 p.m.: Demonstrators protesting the release of terrorists attempted to reach the entrance to the Ofer Prison north of Jerusalem and were arrested by Border Police officers.
4:40 p.m.: President Isaac Herzog published a post on X ahead of the release of the hostages.
"May this be an hour of will for our nation. An hour of national responsibility from which we will continue to rehabilitate, recover, prepare, and build together."
4:30 p.m.: Report: The Red Cross has updated Israel that the medical condition of the three returnees is good.
4:25 p.m.: Merav Leshem Gonen, whose daughter Romi is expected to return to Israel, wrote on the WhatsApp group of the fight for her return: "The list arrived and with it the official announcement, and we are at top excitement. Soon we will see our loved ones, we will meet our Romi, and begin the true healing.
4:23 p.m.: Arab news sources are broadcasting footage of Hamas terrorists and Gazans surrounding the Red Cross vehicles carrying the hostages.
4:13 p.m.: The IDF has asked the families of the three returnees to come to the Re'im crossing.
4:07 p.m.: The IDF has released photos of the helicopters prepared to receive the released hostages.

4:05 p.m.: Red Cross representatives are currently receiving the three hostages from Hamas terrorists.
4:02 p.m.: Watch: Red Cross vehicles make their way to collect the hostages.
4:00 p.m.: Israeli officials confirm that the process of transferring the three hostages to the Red Cross has begun.
3:51 p.m.: Hamas sources say Red Cross trucks have crossed the Netzarim Corridor into the northern Gaza Strip to collect the hostages.
3:46 p.m.: Egyptian reports: 231 aid trucks and 16 fuel trucks have entered the Gaza Strip so far today.
3:39 p.m.: Reuters: Red Cross en route to collect hostages from Hamas.
3:04 p.m.: The process of transferring Romi Gonen, Emilly Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher to the Red Cross for their release after more than 470 days as hostages of Hamas has begun.
Romi Gonen, 24, from Kfar Vradim, was abducted from the Novas music festival. At 10:15 a.m. on October 7, 2023, she told her mother, Merav Leshem-Gonen, on the phone that she had been shot. Her family confirmed earlier today that she will be among the hostages who are released today.
Emily Damari, 28, from Kfar Gaza, is a British citizen. Her mother, Mandy, expressed deep concern in an interview with the BBC last month that her daughter was no longer alive. “I am desperate for a sign of life,” she said.
Doron Steinbracher, 31, from Kfar Aza, worked as a veterinary nurse when she was kidnapped from her home on October 7. She was among the three hostages who appeared in a video released by Hamas on January 26.
The hostage release is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. this afternoon.
Hamas was supposed to have provided the names of the three hostages who are to be released today by 8:30 a.m. this morning. However, it only provided the names of the hostages at about 10:00 a.m., an hour and a half after the deadline, delaying the start of the ceasefire by that amount of time.
A small number of hostages will be released every week over the course of the first phase of the ceasefire, which will last six weeks. 33 hostages are expected to be released in total during the first phase, out of 98 hostages who are still being held in Gaza.