Anderson Cooper 360 Trump: This Is A "Historic Dawn Of A New Middle East"
Oct 14, 2025
Alyssa Farah Griffin, former Trump White House communications director, and Roger Carstens, former special presidential envoy for hostage affairs, delve into historic developments in the Middle East. They highlight the emotional reunions of hostages after years of captivity and discuss the implications of President Trump's claims of a 'historic dawn.' The conversation also covers the intricate dynamics surrounding Hamas's release of hostages and the potential boost for Trump among American voters, alongside the need for ongoing international pressure to maintain stability.
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Tearful Reunions After 737 Days
- Families in Israel experienced raw, tearful reunions after 737 days as the remaining hostages returned home.
- Scenes included a paralyzed father standing to embrace his son and couples finally seeing each other again.
Trump Declares 'Historic Dawn' But Plan Is Phased
- President Trump framed the deal as a historic dawn and declared the war over while urging Israel to "take the win."
- The agreement is described as phase one of a 20-point plan with uncertain future phases.
Joy and Grief In Gaza After Releases
- In Gaza thousands celebrated as about 1,700 detainees held without charges were released, but many returned to devastating personal loss.
- One man discovered his wife and daughters had been killed while clutching a birthday gift for his two-year-old.