Overview

• Edan Alexander, captured by Hamas during the October 2023 Gaza incursion, was released today after 580 days of captivity.
• The handover occurred via the Red Cross at Khan Yunis, with Alexander now at the IDF's Re’im base for medical checks and family reunification.
• Hamas described the release as a goodwill gesture tied to broader negotiations for a ceasefire and prisoner exchanges.
• President Trump welcomed the release as a positive step, with plans for Alexander to meet him in Doha alongside his family.
• Despite the temporary ceasefire for the transfer, Israel has signaled no pause in its military operations, aiming to sustain pressure on Hamas.