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Who is Edan Alexander, the Israeli-American hostage released by Hamas?

Edan Alexander was 19 when Hamas militants stormed the Israeli military base where the American-Israeli from New Jersey was a soldier and dragged him into the Gaza Strip

The Independent UK

American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander released by Hamas

The 21-year-old was handed over to the Red Cross and will be transferred to an Israeli military base this afternoon

The Independent UK

Israeli-American Hostage Could Be Taken To Qatar To Meet Trump After Release From Hamas Captivity

Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander, who is set to be released by Hamas from Gaza, is expected to fly to Qatar to meet with Trump later this week, Israeli media reported

Latin Times

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Trump heads to the Gulf aiming to bolster trade ties – but side talks on Tehran, Gaza could drive a wedge between US and Israel

President Donald Trump will sit down with the Saudi crown prince and Emirati and Qatari leaders on May 14, 2025, in what is being heavily touted as a high-stakes summit. Not invited, and watching warily, will be Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

The Conversation

Why are Israel and Australia participating in Eurovision?

Eurovision has been an Europe-wide party since 1956, so why are Israel and Australia allowed to take part?

Evening Standard

Gaza at critical risk of famine if Israel doesn't end blockade, experts warn

The Gaza Strip is at critical risk of famine if Israel does not lift its blockade and stop its military campaign, food security experts have said…

The National (Scotland)

The Eurovision Song Contest is back. Here's how and who to watch

The Eurovision party is officially underway

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Netanyahu’s occupation plan for Gaza means more suffering for Palestinians and less security for Israel

Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, declared on May 5 that his government intends to intensify military operations and indefinitely reoccupy Gaza. The announcement has dashed hopes for a permanent ceasefire and the release of the remaining hostages held by Hamas.

The Conversation

First Thing: China and US agree 90-day pause to trade war initiated by Donald Trump

Countries to lower reciprocal tariffs by 115% as US treasury secretary says ‘neither side wants a decoupling’. Plus, meet the TV and film stars who didn’t even act

The Guardian - UK

Food security experts warn Gaza is at critical risk of famine if Israel doesn't end its campaign

Food security experts say the Gaza Strip is at critical risk of famine if Israel doesn’t lift its blockade and stop its military campaign

The Independent UK

‘I’m so disappointed’: Even Trump’s closest ally is slamming the $400m Qatar jet gift

An ally who'd "take a bullet" for Trump just turned on him.

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White South Africans given ‘refugee’ status arrive in US as Trump administration told they got ‘wrong end of the stick’ – as it happened

Trump administration welcomes 59 white South Africans as claim they faced discrimination has been widely criticized

The Guardian - US

Israel committed to ‘intensified’ Gaza operation despite US captive release

Israeli PM says negotiations with Hamas will continue ‘under fire’, with just a pause for Edan Alexander’s release.

Al Jazeera

Hamas says it will release American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander on Monday

The Hamas militant group says it will release an American-Israeli hostage held in Gaza on Monday

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The Guardian - UK

Mother of Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander says ‘you are safe’ in first call after his release – as it happened

Freed hostage speaks with his mother; Israeli PM praises military and US diplomacy as he called release a ‘very emotional moment’

The Independent UK

Australian prime minister names new Cabinet that drops Israel critic

Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced his new Cabinet

The Independent UK

Middle East latest: Israeli strike on a school-turned-shelter kills at least 16 people in Gaza

Local health officials in Gaza say an Israeli strike on a school-turned-shelter in the Gaza Strip killed at least 16 people, mostly women and children

Al Jazeera

Do Israel’s attacks make a difference to Yemen’s Houthis?

The US and the Houthis have come to a ceasefire agreement, but Israel continues to trade attacks with the Yemeni group.

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The Guardian - UK

Monday briefing: Is Israel using starvation as a weapon of war?

In today’s newsletter: Gaza’s suffering continues under military blockade and the Israeli government’s new plans to control distribution of essential supplies

International Business Times

Hamas To Release Hostage As Part Of Direct Gaza Talks With US

"Israeli soldier Edan Alexander, a dual US national, will be released as part of efforts towards a ceasefire" and the reopening of aid crossings, the Palestinian militant group said in a statement.

The Guardian - US

Hamas says it will release last living American hostage in Gaza

Edan Alexander, an Israeli-American soldier kidnapped on 7 October, set to be released on Tuesday, Trump confirms

The Guardian - US

Trump news at a glance: Plan to accept luxury jet from Qatar draws criticism from allies and rivals

The president indicated he was preparing to accept a jet described as a ‘flying palace’ from the Qatari royal family. Key US politics stories from Sunday 11 May at a glance

Evening Standard

Why was Eurovision controversial last year?

The event began with a boycott, featured protests, and a rare disqualification.

The Independent UK

Eurovision 2025 braces for protests as Israel participation draws criticism

Swiss police have warned they “might have to intervene” in any demonstrations

Euronews

Trump says Hamas has agreed to release the last living US-Israeli hostage in Gaza

Edan Alexander, an Israeli-American soldier was abducted from his base during the 7 October 2023 Hamas-led attack on Israel that ignited the war in Gaza.

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