Anderson Cooper 360

Hamas releases two more hostages, UN sends humanitarian aid to Gaza, hospital situation in Gaza discussed, emotions surrounding the release of hostages, ongoing negotiations for release of others, preparations near Gaza border, shocking video of wounded hostage, frustration and uncertainty in hostage situation, Israel's current challenges and perspectives.

American hostages released by Hamas in Israel, aid agencies warn of fuel shortage in Gaza, interview with the father of a released hostage, protests and frustration in Gaza, aftermath of terror attacks near Gaza border, distressing kidnappings and killings by gunmen, grief and tribute to David Moshi

President Biden delivered a primetime speech from the Oval Office to make the case to Americans for U.S. support in the wars in Israel and Ukraine. The president said he will send an “urgent budget request” to Congress to "fund America's national security needs to support our critical partners, including Israel and Ukraine." Retired Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling tells Anderson Cooper that he believes this is “one of the most dangerous times in our history.” Plus, the president said he was “heartbroken” by the deadly Gaza hospital blast and that Israel was “not responsible.” Israel claims the bombing was caused by a Islamic Jihad rocket while Palestinian officials have blamed Israel. CNN Chief National Security Correspondent Alex Marquardt joins AC360 to discuss the newly obtained intelligence on the blast. For daily information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’ here: https://link.chtbl.com/-lB8n-bJ To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The National Security Council says the U.S. government assesses that Israel “was not responsible” for the blast at the Gaza hospital that killed hundreds. Israel claims the bombing was caused by a Islamic Jihad rocket while Palestinian officials have blamed Israel. A NSC spokesperson said the assessment was based on available reporting, including “intelligence, missile activity, and open source video and images of the incident.” Retired Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling joins AC360 to discuss the U.S. evaluation and the possible intelligence they have that would lead them to this conclusion. Plus, President Biden says Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has agreed to open the Rafah crossing into Gaza to allow 20 trucks of humanitarian aid to enter. 22-year-old Dunia Abu-Rahma is an architecture student in Gaza and is one of the hundreds of thousands trying to flee to the South. She gives Anderson Cooper an update on how she’s doing and says “it’s getting worse day by day.”For daily information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’ here: https://link.chtbl.com/-lB8n-bJ To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hundreds of people are believed to be dead following a blast at a Gaza hospital. Palestinian and Israeli officials are at odds over who is to blame for the devastation. Jordan canceled a planned summit between President Biden and the leaders of Jordan, Egypt and the Palestinian Authority. CNN Chief International Correspondent Clarissa Ward has been talking to doctors at that hospital. She tells Anderson Cooper that one doctor said the ceiling collapsed on the operating room floor while he was in the middle of a surgery. Plus, 22-year-old Dunia Abu-Rahma is an architecture student in Gaza and is one of the hundreds of thousands trying to flee to the South. She joins AC360 to talk about her living situation and says all she thinks about is “how I am going to be safe.”For daily information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’ here: https://link.chtbl.com/-lB8n-bJ To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hamas releases video of French-Israeli woman held hostage in Gaza Strip; President Biden's upcoming visit to Israel; plea for hostages' return; growing American military presence and sponsorship by ADT; tragic killing of Muslim boy; horrific stabbing attack on Palestinian-American mom and son; ongoing Middle East conflict and threats to Muslims and Jews in the US.

Israeli troops conduct local raids in Gaza as tensions escalate. Northern Gaza residents face chaos and uncertainty amidst relentless bombardment. A couple cope with the devastating loss of their parents. Recent events in the Israel-Gaza conflict and US involvement are discussed. Sleep Number smartbeds and a tragic terrorist attack are also highlighted. A scene of violence and destruction in Israel is described.

Yousef Hammah from the Norwegian Refugee Council gives an update on the situation in Gaza and the living conditions there. Israel Defense Force spokesman joins to discuss the possibility of reaching an agreement to bring supplies to Gaza. The podcast also covers ongoing attacks, the challenges faced by the Israeli military, and the daily struggles faced by Gaza residents.

Israel has formed an emergency government and war cabinet after Hamas’ surprise attacks that have killed at least 1,200 people and injured thousands more. An IDF spokesperson said Wednesday that 300,000 reservists were “close to the Gaza strip.” On Saturday, Hamas fighters killed Anat Moshe Shoshany’s grandfather and kidnapped her 72-year old grandmother. The only proof of life her family has seen is a video a friend found on social media that shows her grandmother on a motorcycle with the Hamas militants driving through Gaza City. She tells Anderson Cooper she hasn’t heard from her grandmother and says her family is praying she’s safe. Plus, former Israeli Ambassador to the United States Michael Oren joins AC360 to discuss the difficulty of bringing the hostages in Gaza back home safely.For daily information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’ here: https://link.chtbl.com/-lB8n-bJ To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Israeli Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant, states that all restraints on troops have been released in the fight against Hamas. Rafael Zimerman, an eyewitness, shares his miraculous survival story after being gassed and shot by Hamas militants. CNN correspondent Ben Wedeman discusses the challenges of finding hostages in Gaza's tunnel system and dense population.