Hamas, Alexander and New Jersey
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The Forward on MSNIn Edan Alexander’s hometown in New Jersey, months of fear and anguish give way to joy and reliefAs news spread of the American hostage’s release, neighbors and classmates gathered to celebrate in Tenafly, New Jersey.
Edan Alexander, who was raised in New Jersey, is believed to be the last living U.S. citizen held captive in Gaza.
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Celtics Wire on MSNEdan Alexander's family celebrates his upcoming release: 'Greatest gift imaginable'The sign in front of Tenafly High School in northeastern New Jersey, from which Edan Alexander graduated just three years ago, has a single demand on its display: "Bring Edan Home Now." On May 11, Alexander's family and friends,
New Jersey officials, including Gov. Phil Murphy and Sen. Andy Kim, cheered Hamas' release of Edan Alexander of Tenafly.
The parents of American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander, who was freed Monday after being held captive by Hamas in Gaza since Oct. 7, 2023, said they always maintained hope he'd be released.