Edan Alexander
Edan Alexander is a 19-year-old soldier in the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) who is currently the only remaining American known to be alive in captivity after being abducted by Hamas during their attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. His situation has drawn significant international attention amidst ongoing hostage negotiations and concerns regarding the wellbeing of hostages held by Hamas.
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Edan Alexander, an American taken hostage during the Hamas attack on Israel, received the first-ever 'Honor Award.'
Benjamin Hall presents Honor Award named after daughter at Patriot Awards
United States· 2025-11-07
Edan Alexander was kidnapped by Hamas and now fights against terrorism, expressing gratitude for support during his captivity.
Melania Trump, Erika Kirk headline star-studded Patriot Awards ceremonyUnited States· 2025-11-07
Edan Alexander, a 21-year-old American–Israeli, spent nearly 600 days as a hostage after Hamas abducted him.
Trump administration has secured the release of more than 70 US hostagesUnited States· 2025-10-14
Edan Alexander was the last person to see Matan Zangauker before he was taken hostage.
I 48 del mondo di sotto: gli ostaggi ancora a Gaza, nelle mani di Hamas
Italy· 2025-10-09
Edan Alexander is noted as the only hostage with American (and Israeli) nationality still alive.
Gaza, entre la alegría y la cautela por el acuerdo de paz: “Aquí la esperanza ha sido asesinada demasiadas veces” | Internacional
Spain· 2025-10-09
Trump hosted Edan Alexander, who was believed to be the last surviving U.S. hostage held in Gaza.
Hamas says on war anniversary it’s ready to reach Gaza deal, but conditions remain
Guyana· 2025-10-09
Trump hosted Edan Alexander, who was believed to be the last surviving U.S. hostage held in Gaza.
Hamas says it's ready to reach Gaza deal, but conditions remain
Tanzania· 2025-10-08Edan Alexander was freed in May from captivity with Hamas and met with President Donald Trump on the anniversary of the attack.
Trump meets freed Hamas hostage Edan Alexander on October 7 anniversaryUnited States· 2025-10-08
Edan Alexander is an American-Israeli who was captured by Hamas during the attack in October 2023.
El plan para Gaza de Trump y Netanyahu: una encerrona a Hamás sin plazos ni garantías | InternacionalSpain· 2025-09-30
Edan Alexander, an Israeli-American held hostage, plans to return to military service.
Scores flee Gaza City amid Israeli strikes as countries prepare to recognize Palestinian state
Canada· 2025-09-21
Edan Alexander is an American-Israeli dual citizen who was released after negotiations with Hamas.
Das Schweigen der Deutschen ist beschämend
Switzerland· 2025-08-05
Only American hostage Edan Alexander has been released under a deal not previously forged by the Biden and Trump administrations.
European leaders express horror at Hamas hostage footage of captivesUnited States· 2025-08-04
He is an Israeli-American sergeant who was the last hostage released by Hamas.
Hentikan Perang dan Bawa Mereka Pulang Sekarang
Indonesia· 2025-07-29
Edan Alexander is an Israeli-American sergeant who was the last hostage released by Hamas.
Hentikan Perang dan Bawa Mereka Pulang SekarangIndonesia· 2025-07-29Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander met with Trump in Washington and expressed concerns about the ongoing fighting in Gaza.
Trump expects Hamas response to ceasefire in hours as new details emerge on proposalUnited States· 2025-07-04
Edan Alexander is mentioned as a hostage in negotiations involving Hamas.
Gaza dan Kemanusiaan PerangIndonesia· 2025-06-20
Edan Alexander is mentioned as a hostage related to a deal with Hamas.
Gaza dan Kemanusiaan PerangIndonesia· 2025-06-20Edan Alexander was released by Hamas as part of a negotiation process.
Trump e gli annunci infranti sulla guerra: «Porterò la pace in 24 ore», ma dopo sei mesi il bilancio è a zeroItaly· 2025-06-17
The elusive Sinwar was targeted in a massive airstrike on the hospital in Khan Younis a day after Hamas released Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander.
Israeli military recovers body of elusive Hamas leader Mohammed SinwarUnited States· 2025-06-08
Edan Alexander is an American-Israeli who was released from Hamas captivity, raising hopes for further negotiations.
Em Israel, entre agonia e a esperança, parentes de reféns do Hamas seguem na busca pelo cessar-fogo
Liechtenstein· 2025-06-06
Edan Alexander is an Israeli-American soldier whose release was followed by the strike that targeted Mohammed Sinwar.
Mohammed Sinwar: Netanyahu says Israel killed elusive Hamas leaderUnited States· 2025-05-28
Freed hostage's parents describe long-awaited reunion with their son.
See container ship that’s run aground on man’s front lawnUnited States· 2025-05-25
Freed hostage's parents describe long-awaited reunion with their son Edan Alexander.
Gaza’s children: Jana’s fight to survive the siegeUnited States· 2025-05-22
Edan Alexander was released from Gaza after being captured by Hamas.
Is Trump decoupling from Netanyahu? – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-05-21
Freed hostage's parents describe long-awaited reunion with their son.
Watch CNN’s report on Gaza as Israel launches what could be deadliest operation yetUnited States· 2025-05-21
Edan Alexander provided new information about Matan Zangauker's condition after being freed from captivity.
Israeli hostage Matan Zangauker alive but in distress, says freed American Edan AlexanderUnited States· 2025-05-21
Edan Alexander was the final Israeli-American hostage released and reunited with his family.
Are these celebrities trying to dodge the draft in Taiwan?United States· 2025-05-20
Freed hostage's parents describe long-awaited reunion with their son.
Video: Mexican sailor’s hometown reacts to Brooklyn Bridge tragedyUnited States· 2025-05-20Edan Alexander, an Israeli-American soldier, was freed through negotiations between Washington and Hamas.
Ancaman Terulangnya Nakba di GazaIndonesia· 2025-05-20Last week, the final Israeli-American hostage believed to be alive, Edan Alexander, was released and reunited with his family.
Trump signs bill to fight deepfake pornUnited States· 2025-05-20
