Freed Israeli-American captive to rejoin army and resume role in Gaza genocide

Idan Alexander, a 21-year-old Israeli-American soldier who was freed by Hamas in May, has announced he will rejoin the Israeli army to participate in its ongoing operations in Gaza. He made the declaration at a Friends of the Israel Defence Forces (FIDF) fundraising event in the United States, stating his story continues with service. Alexander had been released as a goodwill gesture to advance ceasefire talks, a move that was welcomed by US officials at the time. His decision to return to the military comes as Israel's assault on Gaza continues, with the article citing over 65,000 Palestinian deaths.