Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 07:15am on 23 Mar 2025,Sunday International
Adi Alexander, father of 21-year-old Israeli-American soldier Edan Alexander—the last known living American hostage in Gaza—expresses hope that U.S. President Donald Trump can secure his son's release. Edan is among 59 hostages, over half presumed dead. Hamas proposed releasing Edan and four others if Israel recommits to a ceasefire. However, Israel's recent rocket attacks ended the two-month truce, escalating the conflict. Adi believes Netanyahu aims to free all hostages but on his terms, whereas Trump's focus is clear: bringing them home. Many families credit Trump with initiating the ceasefire and appreciate his direct engagement with Hamas, despite its designation as a terrorist organization since 1997. (PC: Reuters)
