That American citizen Edan Alexander that Trump freed from Hamas is an IDF soldier...

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The freed US citizen is an IDF soldier, no media is reporting that. Google AI search answered the question though...

Yes, Edan Alexander served in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF)
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Here's a summary of his service:

  • Joined after high school: Edan Alexander, a dual US-Israeli citizen who grew up in New Jersey, moved to Israel and volunteered for the IDF after graduating high school. He joined Garin Tzabar in 2022, a program that prepares young people to join the IDF.
  • Assigned to the infantry: After graduating, he was assigned to the infantry and served near the Gaza border.
  • Captured by Hamas: He was serving in the IDF's Golani Brigade at a small outpost near the Gaza border when he was captured by Hamas during the October 7, 2023 attack.
  • Held hostage: Edan was held hostage in Gaza for 584 days.
  • Released in May 2025: He was released by Hamas on May 12, 2025.
  • Reunited with family: Following his release, Edan was reunited with his family in Israel
 
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