Israel has delayed the release of over 100 Palestinian prisoners following the chaotic scenes in Gaza during the transfer of seven hostages. The hostages, including two Israelis and five Thais, were released in Khan Younis, but the scene turned chaotic as hundreds of people swarmed around the Red Cross convoy.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the scenes as “shocking” and ordered a delay in the release of Palestinian prisoners until the safe exit of the hostages is guaranteed. “The Israeli government embraces the seven returnees,” Netanyahu’s office said in a statement.

The delay comes after buses carrying the Palestinian detainees were told to head back to the prisons. The Hamas-run Prisoners Media Office had earlier announced that 110 Palestinian prisoners were set to be freed after the return of the Israeli hostages.

The family of a Thai farm worker held hostage in Gaza expressed relief after hearing of his release. “It is confirmed everyone, my son did not die. Thank you God,” said Wiwwaeo Sriaoun, the mother of Watchara Sriaoun.

Israel’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sharren Haskel, condemned the chaotic scene in Khan Younis, calling it an example of Hamas’ “hate, terror and savagery.”