US EditionSt. Louis Jewish Federation responds to hostage release
- Edan Alexander, a 21-year-old Israeli-American soldier from New Jersey, was released by Hamas after 584 days and arrived at Israel's Re'im military base in the western Negev on Monday.
- His release resulted from diplomatic negotiations involving Hamas, the United States, Egypt, and Qatar, and was framed as a goodwill gesture toward U.S. President Donald Trump.
- Hamas handed over Alexander, who was unshackled, to the Red Cross in Khan Younis; shortly afterward, he rejoined Israeli forces inside Gaza, entered Israeli land, and was then airlifted by helicopter to the Re'im base, where his family greeted him warmly.
- En route to Tel Aviv's Sourasky Medical Center, Alexander said "Thank you, President Trump," while his mother Yael told him, "You are strong, you are safe, you are home."
- Alexander's safe return signified the release of the last confirmed American hostage held by Hamas, while the remains of four additional Americans, presumed deceased, are still in Hamas's possession, and 58 hostages continue to be held captive.
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Last living American hostage held by Hamas reunites with family
(The Center Square) – Parents of Edan Alexander, the 21-year-old from New Jersey and last remaining American held hostage by Hamas, said Tuesday they always believed the day would come to see their son.
American Hostage Edan Alexander Reunites with Parents After 584 Days in Hamas Captivity - News Addicts
With tight hugs and tears, American-Israeli Edan Alexander was reunited with his parents today, ending 584 harrowing days in Hamas captivity. WATCH: Edan Alexander reuniting with his parents after being a hostage 584 days. pic.twitter.com/ngvQGCZ2hL — Kassy Akiva (@KassyAkiva) May 12, 2025 The 21-year-old greeted his parents at the Re’im base on the Gaza border. […] The post American Hostage Edan Alexander Reunites with Parents After 584 Days in…
Tears, hugs as Israeli-American hostage reunites with family after 584 days
Alexander, who had been held by militants since late 2023, was transferred to an Israeli military facility shortly after his release. Waiting for him was the family he had been torn from—now overjoyed and overwhelmed to finally hold him again.
St. Louis Jewish Federation responds to hostage release
ST. LOUIS – The last living American hostage held by Hamas terrorists is now home. Edan Alexander was reunited with his family Monday after being held captive for 584 days by Hamas. Alexander is a dual citizen and an Israeli American soldier from New Jersey. He was captured by Hamas while serving in the IDF during the Oct. 7, 2023, attack. The St. Louis Jewish Federation said while this is a day of celebration, it is also a day of sorrow. "St. L…
Hugs, selfies and grandma’s pastries: Edan Alexander reunites with family after relea
Israeli-American IDF soldier, held by Hamas for 584 days, meets his parents and siblings at an IDF base before being flown to Tel Aviv hospital—and thanks President Trump in a message from the helicopter
Edan Alexander reunites with his family after returning to Israel from Hamas captivity
The American-Israeli hostage was met by his family at the Israeli army's Re'im base near the Gaza border, before flying by helicopter to Tel Aviv's Ichilov Hospital for medical examinations
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