West Bank - January 20, 2025 Relatives of released Palestinian hostages have shared their relief at being reunited with their loved ones after the Israel-Hamas ceasefire took effect on Sunday, but despite a sense of optimism, analysts have expressed concern over the long-term stability of the agreement, with the later phases of the deal still to be negotiated. Brokered by Qatar, Egypt and the United States, the ceasefire arrangement marks the first step in a long process aimed at ending the 15-month war in the Gaza Strip. The first stage of the three-phase deal, which will last for six weeks, will see the withdrawal of Israeli forces from densely populated areas, the release of hostages and prisoner exchanges between the two sides, and allow for the safe passage of humanitarian aid to reach war-torn Gaza. After the deal entered into force, Israel released 90 Palestinian detainees while Hamas released three hostages as part of the initial exchange, bringing long-awaited joy to those who have suffered while being separated from their loved ones. Crowds gathered on the streets of the West Bank on Monday to witness the arrival of the Palestinian detainees who had been freed, with many expressing the huge sense of relief as they welcomed back family members. However, despite the major breakthrough in this devastating conflict, concerns remain about the durability of the agreement, and the prospects for real peace. Meanwhile, some Palestinians are worried the Israeli military could be trying to strengthen control over the West Bank despite the Gaza ceasefire and fear the conflict could erupt again at any time. Shotlist: West Bank - Jan 20, 2025: 1. People gathering, Palestinian flags; 2. Various of bus carrying released Palestinian detainees slowly moving, people gathering around bus; 3. SOUNDBITE (Arabic, dubbed in English) Elias Kamal, husband of released detainee (ending with shot 4): "This is a glorious deal that respects every dignified Palestinian. I extend greetings to our people in Gaza. They have given everything to complete this personnel exchange agreement."; 4. People on street; 5. SOUNDBITE (Arabic, dubbed in English) resident (no name given): "Today we share this joy with the families of the prisoners. We have waited a long time to see the prisoners. It's good that the war in Gaza has ended after 470 days of suffering."; 6. SOUNDBITE (Arabic, dubbed in English) family member of detainee (no name given): "An incredible feeling. I'm happy because I'll get to see my sister, and we miss her. We hope all the prisoners will be released soon."; 7. Various of ambulance, Red Crescent staff; West Bank - Recent 8. SOUNDBITE (Arabic, dubbed in English) Suleiman Bisharat, director, Yabous Center for Consultation and Strategic Studies: "The first phase of the agreement is still in a fragile stage unless there's any substantial progress, unless there's any political pressure to stabilize the agreement, make it permanent, and move on to the next phase."; Gaza Strip - Recent 9. Various of traffic, pedestrians, ruins; West Bank - Recent 10. Street, people; 11. Military compound; 12. SOUNDBITE (Arabic, dubbed in English) Helmi Al-Araj, member, Political Bureau of Democratic Front for the Liberation of Palestine: "These measures are a threat to the West Bank of the Jordan River. They just find excuses to carry out massacres, blockades, assassinations, and military invasions."; 13. Various of impoverished neighborhood, buildings. [Restriction - No access Chinese mainland]