No American is on the initial hostage release list provided by Hamas, nor is two-year-old Kfir Bibas − the red-headed baby taken in the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks who has garnered global attention.

The first three hostages were released Sunday after the ceasefire officially began. A total of 33 hostages will be released in the first phase of the deal.

Ceasefire in Gaza that was expected to begin today hit delays, possibly stalling the hostage release; the Israeli military continued attacks