Israeli-American hostage in Gaza released following direct negotiations between the US and Hamas
People watch a live broadcast of Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander as he is released from Hamas captivity in Gaza, at a plaza known as the hostages square in Tel Aviv, May 12, 2025. Alexander was abducted during the Hamas-led attack on his base on Oct. 7, 2023.
Hamas has released the last living American hostage that was held captive in Gaza. That comes days before President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit the region. Hamas has not said what it expects to receive in return for the release. Also, Pope Leo XIV’s roots in Chiclayu, Peru. And, a close look at Barcelona’s “superblocks”: pedestrian areas designed to keep cars out.
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