Hamas Frees US Hostage, Bypassing Netanyahu
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The release of Edan Alexander, the last American hostage held by Hamas in Gaza, is viewed as a gesture to US President Trump ahead of his Middle East trip. While Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu would typically celebrate such a release, this deal highlights a growing perception that Trump is making decisions impacting Israel without consulting him. Trump's itinerary includes Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE, notably excluding Jerusalem.
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