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Last US hostage freed by Hamas as Trump claims victory
Edan Alexander, the final American hostage held by Hamas for over 19 months, was released and reunited with family, marking a major diplomatic win for President Trump amid ongoing Middle East tensions.
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Number $400 million - Value of Qatar's luxury jet gifted to Trump
Quote "You should be embarrassed asking that question" — President Donald Trump
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