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Watch: Trump vows 'golden age for the Middle East'

Watch: Trump vows 'golden age for the Middle East'

Summary

President Donald Trump spoke to Israel's parliament about a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. This event marked the first time since 2008 that a U.S. president addressed the Knesset. All hostages held by Hamas have been released, and Israel is releasing prisoners as part of the agreement.

Key Facts

  • President Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
  • He spoke at the Knesset, Israel's parliament, for the first time since 2008 by a U.S. president.
  • Hamas released all 20 hostages they were holding.
  • Israel is releasing 250 Palestinian prisoners and over 1,700 others detained during military operations.
  • The ceasefire is part of President Trump's broader peace plan for Gaza.
  • Different groups are reacting to President Trump's strategy for ending the conflict.
  • The situation is part of ongoing negotiations and reactions concerning the Israel-Gaza conflict.

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