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Portman Celebrates Ceasefire and Prisoner Exchange at Film Festival

10/14/2025

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Natalie Portman (Israeli-American actress) welcomed the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas at Lumière Film Festival in Lyon, France.
The prisoner exchange saw 20 hostages return to Israel in exchange for about 2,000 Palestinian prisoners.
The deal was brokered by former President Donald Trump.
Portman said it feels almost crazy to be talking about anything else but celebrating peace.
She promotes positivity through projects such as the animated film 'Arco'.

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Natalie Portman (Israeli-American actress) welcomed the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas at Lumière Film Festival in Lyon, France.
The prisoner exchange saw 20 hostages return to Israel in exchange for about 2,000 Palestinian prisoners.
The deal was brokered by former President Donald Trump.
Portman said it feels almost crazy to be talking about anything else but celebrating peace.
She promotes positivity through projects such as the animated film 'Arco'.