Hamas liberated an Israeli -American hostage held prisoner for 19 months in Israeli forces in the context of efforts to reach a new ceasefire agreement, the organization said. Edan Alexander, 21, served in the Israeli army at the Gaza border when he was captured by Hamas fighters on October 7, 2023. On Monday, Israel interrupted his military operations in Gaza for a few hours to facilitate transportation. A Hamas official told the BBC that the liberation was aimed at gesture of goodwill in view of US President Donald Trump’s visit to the Middle East on Tuesday. Redemption of Hostages Staff-Sgt. Edan Alexander, Reunites with His Family Atitial Reception Facility. pic.twitter.com/PDP8ux48ce – Prime Minister of Israel (@israelipm) May 12, 2025 Mr Alexander is believed to be the last US citizen held by Hamas and was still alive. Trump expressed “congratulations” to his family for his release. In her announcement, […]
Source: News Beast
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