An Israeli-American soldier held hostage for more than 19 months in the Gaza Strip has been released by Hamas in a goodwill gesture toward the Trump administration. The deal could lay the groundwork for a new ceasefire with Israel.
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Israeli-American hostage released by Hamas in goodwill gesture, AP Explains

An Israeli-American soldier held hostage for more than 19 months in the Gaza Strip has been released by Hamas in a goodwill gesture toward the Trump administration. The deal could lay the groundwork for a new ceasefire with Israel.
 
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