In an emotional and widespread moment, President Donald J. Trump spoke directly with 21-year-old U.S. Israeli soldier Edan Alexander, who was recently released from Hamas captivity in a phone call captured on camera and released by the White House.
"Mr. President," Alexander greeted Trump at the beginning of the call, clearly moved. "You are the only reason I'm here. You saved my life."
The phone conversation took place during Alexander's recovery at Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center, after he was hijacked for more than 580 days after his dramatic release from Gaza.
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Edan Alexander talks to his loved ones after release. (IDF)
President Trump greeted Aidan with some humor and humility and said, "Aidan, I'm nervous to talk to you because you are a bigger celebrity than me."
Trump also expressed the unity of the United States and the government's commitment to bringing all hostages home.
"You are American, we love you." "We have to take good care of you. Your parents are incredible. I saw your mother. She pushed me a little and put a lot of pressure on me."
"Like a good mother!" In the background, Itan's mother screamed.
American hostage Edan Alexander was released by Hamas for more than 580 days
Edan Alexander embraces a loved one after release. (IDF)
The heartfelt exchange was posted online by the official White House account and spread quickly, with praise throughout the political field commending for its humanity and international unity.
Alexander's release was intensified by diplomatic pressure and quiet negotiations in the United States, coordinated in part by senior envoys Steve Witkoff and Adam Boehler.
Trump has previously said he is determined to ensure the freedom of American citizens held abroad and put Alexander's case on the top priority.
Edan Alexander was released with IDF soldiers. (IDF)
The Alexander family issued a statement with the negotiation team and the IDF to thank President Trump directly, calling the result "a miracle of power, diplomacy and prayer."
Edan Alexander's homecoming has reignited the phone number of taking home the remaining hostages still held in Gaza.
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A coalition signed a letter by 65 former hostages urging President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to "build this breakthrough" and strengthen efforts to ensure a comprehensive agreement to ensure the safe return of each hostage.
Prime Minister Netanyahu acknowledged the success of the effort, noting: “It is thanks to our military pressure and the diplomatic pressure exerted by President Trump. It is a winning combination.”
The White House did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment.