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Hamas Releases New Video of Israeli-American Hostage Edan Alexander

The video shows Alexander pleading for his release after 551 days in captivity, as Israel escalates military operations in Gaza.

  • Hamas has released a video showing Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander alive, held captive for 551 days since his abduction on October 7, 2023.
  • In the video, Alexander appears under duress, criticizing the Israeli government for failing to secure his release and pleading to return home.
  • The release of the video coincides with Passover, a holiday symbolizing freedom, as Alexander's family calls for his return and that of the remaining hostages.
  • Israel's military has intensified its operations in Gaza, recently seizing the strategic Morag axis, raising concerns about the safety of hostages and civilians.
  • Approximately 58 hostages remain in Hamas custody, with ongoing international mediation efforts failing to yield a resolution to the crisis.
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