Trump says US-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander to be released within hours – video
US news | The GuardianMonday, May 12, 2025 at 3:25:30 PM
Donald Trump announced that 21-year-old US-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander, kidnapped by Hamas during the 7 October attack, will be released within hours, calling it "great news."
What This Means: This development signals a rare moment of progress in hostage negotiations amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, potentially easing tensions or paving the way for further releases. However, it remains a small step in a broader, highly volatile conflict.
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