Summary
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his commitment to a peace agreement as President Donald Trump visited Israel to promote a U.S.-brokered deal that involved swapping hostages for prisoners. The exchange marked an effort to end a conflict that began with an attack by Hamas on October 7, 2023. President Trump addressed the Israeli parliament, commending Netanyahu and discussing the peace process.
Key Facts
- Netanyahu stated his commitment to peace during a speech in Israel's parliament.
- President Trump visited Israel to support a peace deal that included releasing hostages and Palestinian prisoners.
- The conflict began on October 7, 2023, with an attack by Hamas.
- A ceasefire started Friday, involving a swap of Palestinian prisoners for Israeli hostages.
- Netanyahu praised Trump as a strong ally to Israel, emphasizing cooperation on the peace deal.
- Trump called on the Israeli president to pardon Netanyahu, who faces corruption charges.
- Netanyahu will not attend an Egypt summit on the Israel-Hamas conflict due to a Jewish holiday.
