Trump, Israel and Knesset
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In a speech to Israel's parliament on a day when the country's 20 hostages were released as part of a ceasefire agreement he helped broker, President Donald Trump was expected to tell the Knesset, "This is the historic dawn of a new Middle East," according to excerpts released by the White House.
President Donald Trump addressed the Israeli Knesset on Monday following the release of all living hostages from Hamas custody in Gaza.
U.S. President Donald Trump was welcomed Monday at the Israeli parliament by its speaker, Amir Ohana, who said, “Welcome to Jerusalem. Welcome to the Knesset.
President Donald Trump played diplomat and stand-up comedian during his speech at the Knesset, where he celebrated the release of all living hostages from Gaza. Speaking before the Israeli legislature on Monday,
Israel confirmed that the remaining hostages have returned home. Cheers, cries and Hebrew songs rang out in Tel Aviv's Hostage Square.
President Trump's speech to the Israeli Knesset was interrupted by two left-wing members who were removed by security.
Knesset staff handed out MAGA-style hats at an event recognizing the ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel and release of hostages.