In a significant development related to efforts to release American-Israeli prisoner Idan Alexander, an Israeli official revealed to Axios that Tel Aviv will establish a safe passage for his exit from the Gaza Strip as part of a special humanitarian plan.

The official confirmed that Israel will also implement a temporary ceasefire in specific areas within the Gaza Strip to facilitate the operation.

This statement comes after Hamas announced its willingness to release Idan Alexander, a step US Special Envoy Adam Boehler described as "a positive and important step forward."

Boler, who will be visiting Israel with Idan's mother, expressed his gratitude to US President Donald Trump for his continued support in efforts to repatriate American citizens detained abroad.

According to the Israeli official, negotiations on a plan proposed by US envoy Steven Witkoff—which Israel has accepted—are continuing despite the ongoing military operations.

He explained that Hamas is not receiving any direct compensation for Alexander's release, and that there is no permanent ceasefire at this stage.

However, he noted that if Hamas agreed to Witkoff's plan, the expansion of military operations in Gaza could be postponed to allow for a broader deal.

These developments coincide with a significant US effort led by the Trump administration through its envoys in the region. The White House is seeking to push for a comprehensive deal that includes the release of more prisoners and a temporary ceasefire, amid mounting humanitarian pressures in the Gaza Strip and ongoing Israeli military operations.