Hamas, Tenafly and Alexander
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Hundreds gathered Monday in New Jersey to watch the release of Edan Alexander, the last living U.S. citizen kidnapped by Hamas terrorists, who has been held hostage for over 19 months. Family, friends and supporters gathered at Huyler Park in Tenafly,
The freeing of Alexander marks the first hostage release since Israel broke a weekslong ceasefire with Hamas in March. His release leaves 58 hostages remaining in Gaza; about half are believed to be alive. Hamas has said the move is a goodwill gesture toward the Trump administration.
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Raiders Wire on MSNEdan Alexander's family celebrates his upcoming release: 'Greatest gift imaginable'The sign in front of Tenafly High School in northeastern New Jersey, from which Edan Alexander graduated just three years ago, has a single demand on its display: "Bring Edan Home Now." On May 11, Alexander's family and friends,
CBS News New York's Lisa Rozner has the latest on Alexander's condition as he prepares to return to New Jersey.
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The Forward on MSNIn Edan Alexander’s hometown in New Jersey, months of fear and anguish give way to joy and reliefAs news spread of the American hostage’s release, neighbors and classmates gathered to celebrate in Tenafly, New Jersey.
New Jersey officials, including Gov. Phil Murphy and Sen. Andy Kim, cheered Hamas' release of Edan Alexander of Tenafly.