‘A New Era of Peace’: Trump’s Powerful Knesset Speech Draws Global Attention

By Leah Barkoukis | Townhall

Israeli officials heaped effusive praise on President Trump ahead of his Knesset speech on Monday, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu calling him “the greatest friend the State of Israel has ever had in the White House” as cheers of “Trump” broke out among attendees.  

🚨BREAKING: Israeli parliament breaks out in cheers of "TRUMP, TRUMP, TRUMP"

Netanyahu: "Donald Trump is the GREATEST friend that the State of Israel has EVER had in the White House." pic.twitter.com/BzqnRq2CBH

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And now, President Donald Trump addresses the Israeli Knesset

“It’s an honor. Nice place!” pic.twitter.com/ughM8jESKD

— Katie Pavlich (@KatiePavlich) October 13, 2025

Trump, for his part, delivered a powerful message of peace, strength, and hope as the war-torn region enters what he called a “historic dawn.”

But he first acknowledged the work to get to this point by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, and his son-in-law Jared Kushner, among others.

As he was speaking about Witkoff, someone holding up a “Recognize Palestine” was promptly removed. 

TRUMP: "Now it’s time to translate these victories against terrorists on the battlefield into the ultimate prize of peace and prosperity for the entire Middle East. It’s about time you were able to enjoy the fruits of your labor.

"Right, Mr. Opposition Leader??" pic.twitter.com/9uJDHFRmiR

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