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RAMALLAH, May 12 (KUNA) -- The Palestinian Hamas Movement said on Monday it has freed American-Israeli prisoner Edan Alexander and handed him over to Red Cross Society officials in Khan Yunis in southern Gaza Strip.
Hamas said in a press release that the good gesture came following communications with the U.S. Administration as part of efforts exerted by mediators to reach a ceasefire, re-open border crossings and allow in relief aid.
It added that it had responded to recent relevant contacts in a very positive and flexible way.
Alexander had been held captive by Hamas in Gaza since October 7, 2023. (end)
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