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Israel frees 2 Syrians after return of soldier's remains

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Israel has released two Syrian prisoners in what it says is a "goodwill gesture" following the repatriation of the remains of an Israeli soldier who went missing over 35 years ago.

 

Israel insists Sunday's release was not a quid pro quo for the return of Zachary Baumel's remains earlier this month.

 

Syrian state TV says the two prisoners, Zeidan Tawil and Khamis al-Ahmad, arrived on the Syrian side of the Quneitra crossing after being released.

 

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