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Hamas Frees Last American Hostage Edan Alexander After 584 Days

Hamas has released Edan Alexander, the last known American hostage held in Gaza for over 19 months. This rare diplomatic move comes amid wider ceasefire efforts and marks a significant relief for the hostage and international relations.

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Number 90% - Drop in US tariffs on Chinese goods during 90-day trade truce

Quote "Starting today, the U.S. will no longer subsidize healthcare of foreign nations" — President Donald Trump

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S&P 6,198 ↓ 0.11% • Dow 44,495 ↑ 0.91% • Nasdaq 20,203 ↓ 0.82% • Gold 3,341 ↓ 0.26% • BTC 105,734 ↑ 0.04%

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American-Israeli captive Edan Alexander released by Hamas

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