Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander handed to Red Cross in Gaza

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An Israeli official has confirmed that the handover of Edan Alexander from Hamas to the Red Cross has begun.

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With Hamas reporting the handover of hostage Edan Alexander to the Red Cross - here's a quick look at how the Israeli side say today's release will unfold:

• It will follow the same procedure as previous hostage returns: Alexander will be handed from Hamas, to the Red Cross, to a special Israeli military unit...