American hostage Edan Alexander released by Hamas after more than 580 days in captivity

Hamas released the last living American hostage Monday, after he spent more than 580 days in captivity inside the Gaza Strip. 

Edan Alexander, a 21-year-old dual U.S.-Israeli citizen, was received by a specialized Israel Defense Forces unit and is going to be brought to an initial reception facility in Re’im, where he will undergo preliminary medical and psychological evaluation by IDF Medical Corps personnel, an Israeli official told Fox News. 

"The Government of Israel embraces IDF Staff Sergeant Edan Alexander, who has been returned from Hamas captivity," the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a statement. "His family has been informed by the relevant authorities that he has rejoined our forces. Together with all branches of the security establishment, the Government of Israel will assist in his reintegration and will continue to support him and his family."