Hamas Releases Video of New Jersey Hostage Edan Alexander Held Over 420 Days, Appeals to Trump

Nov 30, 2024, 06:00 PM

Hamas released a propaganda video on November 30 featuring Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander from New Jersey, who has been held captive in Gaza for over 420 days since the October 7th attacks. Alexander, who was 19 when kidnapped and turned 20 in captivity, appears in the video appealing to President-elect Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to negotiate a deal for his release, stating that 'time is running out.' The video, disseminated on Hamas's Telegram channel, marks the first proof of life from Alexander in months and is seen as psychological warfare by Israeli officials. His family, including his mother Yael, authorized the release of the video, expressing hope and urgency. The White House has been in contact with Alexander's family, condemning the video as a 'cruel reminder of Hamas's terror against citizens of multiple countries, including our own.' Netanyahu spoke with the family following the video's release. Alexander is one of seven American hostages still held by Hamas.