American Hostage's Tearful Reunion After 584 Days in Hamas Captivity

American-Israeli Hostage Edan Alexander Released After 584 Days in Hamas Custody Reim Military Base, Israel – In a scene filled with raw emotion, Edan Alexander, a 21-year-old American-Israeli, was reunited with his family on Monday after 584 days in Hamas captivity. The release, documented in video footage released by the IDF and the Prime Minister's Office, shows the young man embracing his mother and other relatives in tearful reunions. Alexander, a New Jersey native who moved to Israel at 18, was captured from a military outpost near the Gaza border during Hamas' October 7th attack. "It's a miracle," his mother, whose name has not been released, said, her voice choked with emotion. The IDF has confirmed that Alexander is believed to have been the last living American held hostage by Hamas. His release marks a significant moment in the ongoing conflict and offers a glimmer of hope amidst the ongoing tensions.