PEACE in the Middle East-Hostages Freed under Historic Trump Agreement
October 13, 2025
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as posted by the channelBREAKING NEWS7 of the 20 October 7 hostages RELEASED! ()
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Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson praise Trump’s leadership, portraying him as uniquely capable of achieving peace through strength.
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They contrast this with Biden’s and Obama’s foreign policy, which they characterize as weak and enabling of terrorism.
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The Red Cross is facilitating the transfer of hostages held underground in Gaza for over two years.
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The first seven hostages have been handed over, with the full release expected by noon (Israel time).
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In exchange, Israel is releasing about 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, including:
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250 serving long sentences,
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1,700 detained during the conflict, and
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The remains of 28 deceased hostages.
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Endorsements & Reactions –
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The podcast includes audio clips & quotes from Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama, Benjamin Netanyahu, Jared Kushner, and Steve Witkoff.
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Clinton is depicted as praising Trump’s deal (a rare bipartisan gesture), while Obama’s response is described as “classless” for not naming Trump.
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Foreign Policy Narrative –
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Trump’s bombing of Iranian nuclear facilities and his “peace through strength” doctrine are credited for pressuring Hamas into negotiations.
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The Biden administration is blamed for previous instability, alleged funding to Iran, and a weak stance toward Israel.
• Government Shutdown Continues:
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U.S. government shutdown goes on, the “Schumer shutdown”, as Democrats keep prolonging it. When will it end? We discuss it.
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Closing Remarks – The episode ends with Cruz offering religious gratitude (“Praise God”) and both hosts congratulating Trump, Netanyahu, and Israel.
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