Trump’s Knesset speech briefly interrupted over Palestine

US President Donals Trump speaking at Knesset, Israel. image collected via UNB_11zon

U.S. President Donald Trump’s speech to Israel’s parliament, the Knesset, was briefly interrupted on Sunday when opposition lawmaker Ayman Odeh held up a sign calling for the recognition of a Palestinian state. Odeh later said on social media that he was removed for raising “the simplest demand” accepted by the international community, emphasizing the existence of two peoples in the region.

Trump’s address, lasting over an hour, largely focused on praising Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the U.S.-Israel relationship. He highlighted Israel’s military successes in Gaza, the recent release of hostages, and called for peace and prosperity across the Middle East. Trump also urged regional nations to prioritize schools, healthcare, and industry over weapons, while reiterating U.S. support for Israel.

During the speech, Trump requested Israeli President Isaac Herzog to pardon Netanyahu amid his ongoing corruption trial. He concluded by declaring, “I love Israel, and I’m with you all the way.”

Meanwhile, over 20 world leaders, including Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron, gathered in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, for a summit aimed at finalizing a long-term Gaza peace agreement. – From BBC via UNB