Hamas to release US-Israeli hostage in effort to reach Gaza ceasefire | BBC News

Hamas says it will release Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander, who is believed to be the last living captive with US nationality in Gaza, as part of efforts to reach a ceasefire agreement.

The decision comes ahead of President Donald Trump's visit to Qatar on Tuesday for negotiations.

Hamas said it was also intended to facilitate a deal for the entry of humanitarian aid - Gaza has been under an Israeli blockade for 70 days.

The Israeli PM's office said it had not committed to any ceasefire but only to a "safe corridor" for Mr Alexander's release.

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