The spokesperson for Al-Qassam Brigades, “Abu Obaida,” announced that the Brigades have decided to release the captured Israeli soldier Idan Alexander, who also holds American citizenship, today, Monday, May 12, 2025.

The Hamas movement stated yesterday that it had held talks with the U.S. administration over the past few days to reach a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. It confirmed that the release of Alexander is part of the efforts to achieve a ceasefire, open border crossings, and allow the entry of humanitarian aid to civilians in the Strip.