Israel News: Updates on Israeli Politics, Security & Diplomacy (2025)

Haymanot Kasau,10, was abducted from the Safed Absorption Center in late February 2024. Since then, her family has voraciously advocated for her release.

Feldman fought in the Battle of Sultan Yacoub between Israel and Syria in June 1982, in which six soldiers were declared missing in action. His remains were recovered from Syria after 43 years.

Alexander is considered at increased risk for complications such as blood clots, particularly dangerous during air travel.

Jon Polin shared how, since October 7, they have come to know and love the entire Alexander family. “Today, we are celebrating with all of you,” he said.

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This comes after the IDF stopped operations in Gaza for Edan Alexander's safe crossing.

Reporters Notebook: Along the border with Gaza, people gathered to welcome Edan Alexander back to Israel

Israeli officials expressed their joy at Alexander's return, but noted that returning the remaining 58 hostages from Hamas captivity was of the upmost priority.

The day that Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander came home to Israel, in photos.

The president's arrival in Saudi Arabia will take place just one day after Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, helped facilitate the release of Alexander.

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