The CBS “60 Minutes” episode featuring freed Israeli hostages has sparked fury among conservative voices. Critics accuse reporter Lesley Stahl of pushing Hamas propaganda instead of telling the truth about Palestinian terrorism.
Freed hostages like Keith Siegel described being starved, beaten, and forced to watch sexual assaults. Stahl shocked viewers by asking if Hamas terrorists “didn’t have enough to give” instead of food. Siegel corrected her, saying his captors ate in front of him while denying him meals. Many called this heartless and proof of media bias.
Yarden Bibas, whose wife and young sons were murdered by Hamas, pleaded for President Trump to broker another ceasefire. Stahl ignored his emotional plea, instead blaming Israel’s government for restarting the war. Conservatives argue this frames Hamas as victims instead of terrorists who broke the ceasefire first.
The segment downplayed Hamas’ use of human shields and tunnels under hospitals. Dr. Samer Attar, a surgeon in Gaza, admitted he saw no Hamas fighters or hostages during his work. Critics say this whitewashes Hamas’ strategy of hiding behind civilians.
Protesters in Gaza recently demanded Hamas leave power, but “60 Minutes” didn’t mention this. Conservatives highlight how the media ignores Palestinian suffering under Hamas rule. They say outlets like CBS push a false narrative that Israel alone causes the region’s pain.
Mark Levin ripped the show for “shameful” coverage that excuses jihadist violence. He noted Stahl’s Jewish heritage makes her soft-pedaling of Hamas even more baffling. Many conservatives see this as proof mainstream media values anti-Israel agendas over facts.
The episode failed to show Hamas’ October 7th massacre footage or explain why Israel must defend itself. Instead, it focused on Palestinian casualties without context. Critics say this erases Israeli victims and justifies terrorism as “resistance.”
Conservatives urge Americans to reject biased reporting and stand with Israel. They argue shows like “60 Minutes” spread lies that endanger Jewish lives worldwide. The fight for truth, they say, is as vital as the battle on the ground.
