Edition from 2025-05-13, 8 AM UTC
Hamas Frees Last US Hostage Edan Alexander… Trump Calls It Good Faith
Hamas has released Edan Alexander, the last living American hostage held in Gaza, after more than 19 months in captivity. President Trump hailed the move as a significant 'good faith' step toward ending the conflict, marking a breakthrough as tensions remain high.
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Number 584 days – Duration of Edan Alexander’s captivity before release
Quote "I would never be one to turn down that kind of an offer" — President Donald Trump on accepting luxury jet gift from Qatar
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