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The mother and sister of Israeli hostage Matan Zangauker lit fireworks in celebration of the news that he would be returned home.

In Tel Aviv, the mother and sister of Israeli hostage Matan Zangauker lit fireworks at the city's Hostages Square in celebration of the news that he would be returned to Israel.

“I mean, the trauma is done, so whether it was intentional or, you know, a fireworks accident, that’s the same,” Kunitz said.

Sources with knowledge of the investigation who were not authorized to speak publicly told The Times that the Lachman fire appeared to have been sparked by fireworks.

He said police vans were also damaged and constables "pelted with" bottles, eggs and fireworks.