US EditionHamas says it released Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander
- On Monday, Hamas released Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander after holding him hostage in Gaza for over 19 months since October 7, 2023.
- The release came after mediation efforts led by Qatar, Egypt, and American representatives who conducted negotiations independently of Israeli involvement, as part of discussions aimed at establishing a ceasefire and delivering humanitarian assistance.
- Israel agreed only to establish a safe corridor for Alexander’s return and did not concede to a ceasefire or prisoner exchanges while 58 hostages remain in Gaza.
- President Donald Trump called the planned release a positive gesture aimed at supporting the United States and the mediators'—Qatar and Egypt’s—work to help end the harsh conflict, expressing optimism that it could contribute to a resolution.
- Alexander’s release prompted family celebrations and calls to secure the freedom of all hostages, highlighting ongoing tensions and humanitarian crises in Gaza.
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humenglish.comFreed Israeli-American hostage leaves Gaza, Israel says no ceasefire
An Israeli-American hostage was released from 19 months of captivity in Gaza during a brief pause in fighting on Monday and reunited with his family, but Israeli strikes on the battered enclave soon resumed.
Last living American hostage released by Hamas as Netanyahu plans for Gaza's reoccupation
The final living American hostage held by Hamas is free. Edan Alexander entered Israel from Gaza in a deal made directly between Hamas and the United States. His release came as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu went further than before on his plans for Gaza, calling for its reoccupation. Nick Schifrin reports.
Last Living American Hostage Freed!
(Tel Aviv) — The last living American hostage held by Hamas in Gaza is back in Israeli territory, after nearly 600 days in Hamas captivity. There’s new video of the mother of Israeli-American Edan Alexander being the first to hug him in an Israeli hospital. The 21-year-old is from the small suburb of Tenafly, New Jersey. His is hometown watched an outdoor TV to see his return to Israel. Alexander was the last American to be freed — 58 still rema…
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