Families of British-linked hostages express mixed emotions ahead of the ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel. The agreement, expected to come into force at 6.30am GMT, will mean a ceasefire in Gaza that would release dozens of hostages and pause the 15-month war with Hamas. Loved ones of other British-linked hostages have been waiting to learn if their relatives will be released. Under the deal, 33 hostages are set to be released over the next six weeks, in exchange for hundreds of Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.