US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee reacted to the release of American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander Monday evening, saying he hopes:
"this long-overdue release marks the beginning of the end to this terrible war."

Huckabee said, he and US Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff had an "excellent" meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
"Forget rumors. We're all on the same page,"

"Hamas alone is responsible for the continued death and suffering.
We demand the immediate release of all remaining hostages.

Netanyahu: 'Edan Alexander released because of IDF pressure, US diplomatic efforts'

Israeli officials expressed their joy at Alexander's return, but noted that returning the remaining 58 hostages from Hamas captivity was of the upmost priority.