Israel has released 369 Palestinian prisoners, including those linked to suicide bombings and attempted murders, in exchange for hostages captured by Hamas. While 12 prisoners were allowed to return to their homes, the other 24 were sent to exile. The released prisoners were given white sweatshirts with a Star of David and the phrase 'Never forgive, never forget' written in Arabic, which were later burned. Among those released were individuals involved in suicide bombings during the second intifada. The Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades, the group responsible for planning attacks during the intifada, seeks to establish a Palestinian state.