Operation Shavim Legvulam
Israeli operation to secure the return of the hostages during the Gaza War, as part of implementing the 21‑Point Plan
Operation Shavim Legvulam (Hebrew: מבצע שבים לגבולם, romanized: Mivtza Shavim Legvulam, lit. 'Returning to Their Border') is a 2025 Israeli military and humanitarian operation aimed at securing the return of Israeli hostages, both living and deceased, held in the Gaza Strip following the Hamas-led attacks of October 7, 2023.
The operation is conducted under a mediated agreement involving the United States, Egypt, Turkey and Qatar.
Background
The operation was initiated amid ongoing negotiations between Israel and Hamas regarding the release of hostages taken during the October 7 attacks. Over 240 Israelis and foreign nationals were abducted during the assault and transferred to Gaza. Despite several previous exchange deals, dozens of hostages remained in captivity by mid-2025.
Objectives
The primary goals of the operation are:
The safe repatriation of surviving hostages.
The recovery of the bodies of deceased hostages.
Implementation of partial withdrawal measures of the IDF from Gaza as part of a broader ceasefire framework.
Coordination with international mediators under the U.S. "21-Point Plan."
Terms of the Agreement
Under the terms reported by Israeli and international media, Israel agreed to release a number of Palestinian prisoners, primarily minors and women, in exchange for the repatriation of Israeli hostages. As part of the deal, IDF units would withdraw from designated areas within the Gaza Strip to allow the implementation of the ceasefire and humanitarian arrangements.
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