Hamas Detainees Released By Palestinian Authority

In a goodwill gesture, the Palestinian Authority (PA) has released dozens of Hamas-linked detainees and operatives, Ha'aretz (Israel) reports.

The release came at the behest of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, officials said.

The release was said to be in honor of the Muslim holiday of Eid Al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan, Palestinian officials said.

Since last week, PA security forces have arrested hundreds of people affiliated with Hamas following two shooting...