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Trump Celebrates Hostage Release, Declares New Era of Peace

10/13/2025

Summary

Story summary

President Donald Trump visited Israel to celebrate the release of 20 hostages held by Hamas.
In a Knesset address, Trump declared the end of the war and a new era of peace.
Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's prime minister, praised Trump as Israel's greatest ally and nominated him for the Israel Prize.
Trump highlighted turning military victories into lasting peace and prosperity.
Officials denied Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto's planned visit to Israel.

History

Historical Context

The Camp David Accords, signed on September 17, 1978, by Egyptian President Anwar Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin, established a framework for peace, leading to Egypt's recognition of Israel and Israel's withdrawal from the Sinai Peninsula. This landmark agreement reshaped Middle Eastern politics and continues to influence U.S.-Middle East relations and peace initiatives today.

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Story summary

President Donald Trump visited Israel to celebrate the release of 20 hostages held by Hamas.
In a Knesset address, Trump declared the end of the war and a new era of peace.
Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's prime minister, praised Trump as Israel's greatest ally and nominated him for the Israel Prize.
Trump highlighted turning military victories into lasting peace and prosperity.
Officials denied Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto's planned visit to Israel.

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