"The effort to sabotage the proposals currently on the table will be remembered with contempt forever," the families stated.
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Edan's time held hostage by Hamas terrorists left him "physically changed" after his "skin grew sallow from lack of sunshine and covered in red welts," NYT reported.
An Israeli official told The Jerusalem Post that the "Witkoff Framework" is the only viable path toward a deal.
Released IDF observers shared a sardonic farewell to Hamas commander Mohammed Sinwar after reports of an Israeli strike. “Only those who survived captivity will understand this song,” they wrote.
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Throughout history, the Jews have faced moments of uncertainty in relationships with world powers. We have endured through diplomatic acumen and an unshakable connection to something far greater.
Steve Witkoff told The Jerusalem Post he hopes the deal that freed Edan Alexander from captivity is a beacon of hope for everybody else.
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.