Hamas has released Edan Alexander, a 21-year-old U.S.-Israeli soldier taken hostage during the October 2023 Tel Aviv attack, marking the return of the last known living American hostage.
His release comes ahead of former President Donald Trumpâs visit to the Middle East, signaling possible ceasefire negotiations.
Trumpâs envoy praised the gesture and urged Hamas to release the bodies of four other Americans.
The move, facilitated by Qatar and Egypt, is seen as a step toward peace in a conflict that has left over 52,800 Palestinians dead since Israelâs counteroffensive began.
Hamas is accusing the Trump administration of betrayal after the release of American-Israeli soldier Edan Alexander. In a shocking revelation, senior Hamas official Basem Naim claims that Trumpâs envoy promised to lift the Gaza blockade, allow humanitarian aid, and publicly call for a ceasefire in exchange for the hostageâs release. But according to Hamas, the U.S. âthrew the deal in the trashâ and delivered none of its commitments.
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Survivors of Hamas captivity are calling on Prime Minister Netanyahu, President Trump, and envoy Steve Witkoff to act urgently following Edan Alexander's release. In a passionate letter signed by 65 former hostages, they urged leaders not to waste the moment and to halt military action if it means saving the remaining captives. While Trump negotiates new Middle East deals, pressure mounts to prioritize the hostages. With several Americans still held or declared dead, the plea emphasizes cross-border urgency. Netanyahuâs office has not responded to the emotional appeal for a comprehensive deal.
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Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander released by Hamas after 19 months in captivity
Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander, held by Hamas for over 19 months, was released in a goodwill gesture that may pave the way for a new ceasefire with Israel.
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Israeli-American Edan Alexander, who has been released by Hamas after 19 months in captivity has snubbed Israeli PM Natanyahu. This despite Netanyahu hailing his release as a "very emotional moment," reports say Edan has refused a personal meeting with him, citing physical and emotional exhaustion. Edan, was freed on May 12 in what Hamas called a goodwill gesture to Donald Trump, who is currently visiting the region. The release follows complex U.S.-Israel-Qatar-Egypt negotiations and raises new hopes for the remaining hostages and potential peace talks.
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Edan Alexander, a 19-year-old American-Israeli soldier and IDF combat medic, was taken hostage by Hamas during the October 7 attack that ignited the Israel-Gaza war. After 583 harrowing days held underground in Gaza, often in brutal conditions, Edan has finally been freed. This video covers the emotional reunion with his family, the covert negotiations said to be led by Trumpâs team, and what his release means for the remaining hostages and ongoing ceasefire talks.
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Arak heavy water reactor in Iran damaged in Israeli air strike, UN nuclear watchdog says
Israeli air strikes hit multiple Iranian cities on Friday, with the UN confirming damage to the Arak heavy water reactor.
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New footage shows aftermath of Israeli strike on Iranian state TV
New footage aired by TRT Haber shows the wreckage inside Iranâs state TV headquarters after it was struck by Israeli missiles during a live broadcast on 16 June.
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Members of a pro-Palestinian activist group have broken into a military base and damaged two aircrafts.
Two Palestine Action activists broke into RAF Brize Norton in Carterton, Oxfordshire, on e-scooters and sprayed red paint on two planes.
The group said the incident took place due to flights departing daily from the base to RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus, "a base used for military operations in Gaza and across the Middle East".
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a powerful final warning to Iran amid escalating tensions, declaring full control over Tehranâs skies and targeting Iranâs nuclear and missile infrastructure. Operation "Am KeLavi" enters its sixth day as Israel intensifies strikes on key regime assets. With deep losses mounting, Netanyahu thanks U.S. President Trump for unwavering support and confirms continued military pressure in Gaza to defeat Hamas and return hostages. As Israel braces for prolonged conflict, global attention sharpensâcould U.S. involvement be imminent?
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