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American-Israeli captive Edan Alexander reunites with family

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Watch: Edan Alexander’s mother screams as family reunites after American-Israeli released from Hamas captivity

Edan Alexander's mother screamed as she embraced her son for the first time following his release from captivity by Hamas on Monday, 12 May.

The 21-year-old was taken from his military base during Hamas's attack on 7 October 2023.

Mr Alexander reunited with his family in Reim, southern Israel, before flying to Tel Aviv.

His release is the first since Israel shattered an eight-week ceasefire with Hamas in March, unleashing fierce strikes on Gaza that have killed hundreds.

Israel will send a delegation to Qatar on Thursday to discuss a new proposal aimed at securing further hostage releases, Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said.

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