(ProsperNews.net) – A desperate father pleads for US intervention as Hamas claims to have lost contact with his son, the last known American hostage held in Gaza, following an Israeli airstrike.
At a Glance
- Adi Alexander urges the US to negotiate directly with Hamas for the release of his son Edan, the last known Israeli-American hostage in Gaza
- Hamas claims it lost contact with 21-year-old Edan Alexander after an airstrike, raising urgent concerns about his fate
- Israeli officials estimate 59 hostages remain in Gaza, with only 24 believed to be alive
- Cease-fire talks have stalled as Hamas demands a permanent end to the war, which Netanyahu rejects
- Hostage families are increasingly vocal in their criticism of Netanyahu’s handling of the crisis
Father’s Desperate Appeal as Son’s Fate Remains Unknown
The father of Edan Alexander, the last known American hostage held by Hamas, is calling for direct US negotiations with the terrorist organization as concerns for his son’s safety intensify. Adi Alexander made his plea after Hamas claimed it lost contact with his 21-year-old son following an Israeli airstrike in Gaza. The Israeli military has consistently denied targeting areas where hostages are believed to be held, though freed captives have reported airstrikes occurring near their locations during captivity. With negotiations at a standstill and time potentially running out, Alexander’s appeal highlights the growing desperation of families with loved ones still in captivity.
In a particularly distressing development, Edan Alexander appeared in a Hamas propaganda video pleading for former President Trump’s intervention after a cease-fire deal collapsed. The video, released at a time of heightened tension, shows the psychological warfare tactics employed by Hamas against both the hostages and their families. Adi Alexander expressed heartbreak over seeing his son in such a condition but maintained a message of hope, saying he wants his son to know that efforts for his release continue unabated despite the challenging circumstances.
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Stalled Negotiations and Growing Frustration
The plea for direct US involvement comes amid a complete breakdown in cease-fire negotiations. Hamas has demanded a permanent end to hostilities as a condition for releasing the remaining hostages, a stipulation that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has firmly rejected. Netanyahu maintains that military operations will continue until all hostages are freed and Hamas is eliminated as a military and governing force in Gaza. This impasse has left the families of hostages increasingly frustrated and vocal in their criticism of the Israeli government’s approach to securing their loved ones’ release.
“I think we should engage back with them directly and see what can be done in regards to my son, four American dead hostages, and everybody else.” – Adi Alexander.
US hostage envoy Adam Boehler previously engaged in secret talks with Hamas representatives, reportedly without coordination with Israeli officials. Despite criticism of these unauthorized discussions, Boehler has suggested that direct negotiations might resume. This has given some families hope that diplomatic channels remain open, even as official cease-fire talks appear to have reached a deadlock. Israeli intelligence estimates that of the 59 hostages believed to remain in Gaza, only 24 are still alive, adding urgency to Alexander’s call for immediate American diplomatic intervention.
Hostage Families Unite in Their Demands
Families of the hostages have stepped up their public appeals, gathering outside the Tel Aviv Municipality to demand action from Prime Minister Netanyahu. The protesters included Omri Lifshitz, whose father died while in Hamas captivity, and Yehuda Cohen, father of kidnapped soldier Nimrod Cohen. These families have pointed to the government’s handling of the crisis as inadequate and expressed growing fears that time is running out for those still held captive. Their public demonstrations reflect mounting pressure on the Israeli government to prioritize hostage negotiations over military objectives.
“It seems like the negotiations are stalled, everything is stuck, and we are kind of back to a year ago. It’s really concerning.” – Adi Alexander.
In a direct appeal that highlighted the international dimensions of the crisis, Yehuda Cohen addressed former President Trump, urging him to influence Netanyahu to end the war and secure the hostages’ release. Meanwhile, Einav Zangauker, whose son has been held captive for 561 days, expressed profound frustration over the lack of progress toward a deal. These families continue to demand answers and action from government officials, maintaining that concrete steps must be taken immediately to bring their loved ones home before it’s too late. With each passing day, their calls for international diplomatic intervention grow more urgent.
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