The Ben Shapiro Show Ep. 2294 - THE PEACE PRESIDENT: Trump Brokers Israel-Hamas HOSTAGE RELEASE, Ceasefire
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Oct 9, 2025 
Donald J. Trump, the 45th President of the United States, discusses his pivotal role in brokering a phase-one deal for the release of Israeli hostages and a ceasefire with Hamas. He highlights how increased regional cooperation and the elimination of Iran's nuclear threat paved the way for negotiations. The conversation also includes insights on Israel's military strategy against several fronts and the ongoing political implications of the conflict, alongside addressing cultural controversies like Hasan Piker's actions with his dog.
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Phase-One Hostage-Ceasefire Deal
- Donald Trump brokered a phase-one deal securing the release of 20 living Israeli hostages and a ceasefire framework.
- The deal includes Israeli withdrawals to preset lines and releases of Palestinian detainees, with phase two determining final outcomes.
Force Plus Diplomacy Shifted The Math
- Ben Shapiro argues the breakthrough required both Israeli military pressure and US diplomatic leverage.
- He credits combined destruction of terror support and Trump's regional coercion for forcing Hamas to cede hostages.
Trump's Regional Role And Popularity
- Trump planned to visit Egypt and Israel to formalize and celebrate the agreement, enjoying very high approval in Israel.
- Shapiro says Trump's Middle East approach centers on power dynamics and security assurances to regional actors.