In a significant development in the ongoing Gaza conflict, Hamas has announced the imminent release of Edan Alexander, the last known living American hostage held in Gaza. The decision comes as part of early steps toward a potential ceasefire agreement that could bring critical humanitarian relief to the region.
Khalil Al-Hayya, head of Hamas’ negotiating team, confirmed that positive communication had taken place with the U.S. administration over the past few days. He stated that the group is “ready to immediately start intensive negotiations” aimed at ending the conflict, exchanging prisoners, and establishing a neutral, professional body to govern the Gaza Strip.
“The movement affirms its readiness to… make serious efforts to reach a final agreement to stop the war,” Al-Hayya said.
According to sources close to the negotiations, Steve Witkoff, former Middle East envoy under the Trump administration, is expected to arrive in Tel Aviv Monday morning ahead of Alexander’s release. The release is being framed as a gesture of goodwill, even as Israeli military activity in Gaza appears poised to escalate.
Key Points:
- Edan Alexander: The only confirmed living American hostage in Gaza
- Ceasefire talks underway with potential for a broader peace deal
- Israel may intensify operations, raising the urgency of negotiations
- Humanitarian aid expected to enter Gaza as part of the early ceasefire steps
Sources close to the Israeli government told RemedyTalks.com that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged the likelihood of Alexander’s release during a closed session of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee Sunday evening.
The story was initially reported by Axios and is quickly gaining international attention.
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