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Trump to Receive Israel Prize: Controversial First for Foreign Leader

1/1/2026

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Netanyahu announced that U.S. President Donald Trump will receive the Israel Prize in 2026, a historic first for a foreign leader.
Netanyahu linked the decision to Trump's lobbying for the Nobel Peace Prize and his perceived contributions to Israel.
Questions have emerged about whether non-Israeli citizens are eligible for the prize.
They discussed stalled Gaza ceasefire talks and the need to disarm Hamas, with Trump backing Israeli actions against Hezbollah.

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Netanyahu announced that U.S. President Donald Trump will receive the Israel Prize in 2026, a historic first for a foreign leader.
Netanyahu linked the decision to Trump's lobbying for the Nobel Peace Prize and his perceived contributions to Israel.
Questions have emerged about whether non-Israeli citizens are eligible for the prize.
They discussed stalled Gaza ceasefire talks and the need to disarm Hamas, with Trump backing Israeli actions against Hezbollah.