The parents of released Hamas hostage Edan Alexander thanked President Donald Trump and White House envoy Steve Witkoff while speaking to reporters. Alexander was believed to be the last living U.S. citizen held captive in Gaza.

"The most terrifying sound of all — the one Edan feared most — was the sound of the war raging above their heads," she said.

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Hamas released the American Israeli citizen, who was serving in the Israeli army when he was captured on Oct. 7, 2023.

Edan Alexander's release prompts hope that this is a "window of opportunity" to secure the release of remaining 58 hostages amid concerns over Israeli military operations.