Hamas says it will release American hostage Edan Alexander

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(NEW YORK) — Hamas announced it will release American hostage Edan Alexander and “the bodies of four other dual nationals” after receiving a a proposal from mediators to resume negotiations.

The group responded “responsibly and positively” to the latest ceasefire extension proposal.

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