Hamas, in a statement, claims that it released hostage soldier Edan Alexander a short while ago.
The terror group says the move came following “important talks” with the US, “to which Hamas responded positively and with great flexibility.”
Despite the statement, the IDF has not yet confirmed that Alexander was handed over to the Red Cross. A military official says the IDF has received no indication yet from the Red Cross that it has received Alexander.
Hamas stresses its willingness to immediately begin negotiations aimed at reaching a comprehensive agreement for a permanent ceasefire, the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip, the lifting of the blockade on Gaza, the release of the remaining hostages in exchange for Palestinian security prisoners, and the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip.
Israelis have gathered in Tel Aviv’s Hostages Square, anxiously awaiting Alexander’s release.
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