9 h. ago Hamas says it will release Israeli American Edan Alexander, held hostage in Gaza

Edan Alexander, a dual U.S.-Israeli citizen, is the last remaining American citizen held by Hamas in Gaza who is believed to still be alive. President Trump confirmed the plans for his release.

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9 h. ago Trump admin live updates: Trump says Hamas will release hostage Edan Alexander

President Donald Trump posted on his social media platform, Truth Social, on Sunday, saying Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander will be released by Hamas.

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13 h. ago Hamas says last living U.S. hostage in Gaza will be released

Hamas says last living U.S. hostage in Gaza will be released  Los Angeles Times

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22 h. ago Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in Ukraine and Gaza, saying 'Never again war'

In his first Sunday noon blessing as pontiff, Pope Leo XIV called for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine and an immediate ceasefire in Gaza with the release of hostages and delivery of aid

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1 week ago Parents of Hamas hostages urge Trump to be 'tough with enemies and friends' amid Israeli siege in Gaza

Parents of American hostages still held in the Gaza Strip urge President Trump to be "tough" not only on Hamas but on Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and return to peace negotiations.

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1 week ago An American father's plea: President Trump, please bring my son and the other hostages home from Gaza

As his son remains a Hamas hostage, Ruby Chen is urging President Donald Trump to directly intervene and use his leadership skills to get the remaining American hostages out.

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2 w. ago John Ondrasik rewrites his song 'Superman' to remember Israeli hostages held in Gaza

John Ondrasik talks about the new version of his song "Superman." In 2001, the song became an anthem honoring 911 first responders. He's rewritten it to remember Israeli hostages still held in Gaza.

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3 w. ago Five for Fighting reimagines ‘Superman’ in powerful tribute to Israeli hostages

Five for Fighting’s John Ondrasik released a new version of his hit song “Superman" to honor Israeli hostages held in Gaza and raise global awareness.

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4 w. ago Hostages Still Held in Gaza Cast Shadow Over Passover in Israel

The holiday is usually a celebration of the liberation of ancient Israelites from slavery in Egypt. But for many Israelis, the suffering of the captives still in Gaza is tempering the joy.

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