Israeli Ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, has publicly praised U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu following the release of Israeli hostages from Hamas captivity. Danon addressed remarks by CNN’s Christiane Amanpour on ‘The Story,’ where she criticized the circumstances of the hostages’ release, and defended the actions of his leaders.
Speaking during a press conference, Danon emphasized that the release of the hostages was a significant victory for Israel and that the government’s actions were justified. He criticized Amanpour’s comments as being out of touch with the realities faced by Israeli families. ‘The safety of our citizens must come first,’ Danon stated.
Netanyahu and Trump have been vocal supporters of the operation that led to the hostages’ release, and Danon’s praise underscores the strong alignment between the two leaders. The situation has sparked international debate, with some praising the operation’s success and others raising concerns about the humanitarian implications.