'We received word that he was a hostage only after five days. It seemed like an eternity'

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'We received word that he was a hostage only after five days. It seemed like an eternity'

Israeli-American Edan Alexander came to Israel to volunteer in the army and was taken hostage on October 7. His uncle, Levi, visited the Knesset to urge officials to continue with the deal. He says he wants to see a deadline for when the last hostage will return

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