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.
Witkoff said he had worn the necklace for more than 25 years and now wanted Alexander to wear it in his son’s memory.
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.
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