American hostage Edan Alexander released by Hamas
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The parents of American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander, who was freed Monday after being held captive by Hamas in Gaza since Oct. 7, 2023, said they always maintained hope he'd be released.
Edan Alexander's release prompts hope that this is a "window of opportunity" to secure the release of remaining 58 hostages amid concerns over Israeli military operations.
CAIRO − Hamas will release the Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander held in Gaza as a part of efforts to reach a ceasefire agreement and allow humanitarian aid to enter the besieged enclave, a senior Hamas official told Reuters on May 11.
Hamas released Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander, who is believed to be the last living U.S. citizen held captive in Gaza. NBC News’ Hala Gorani reports.
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