United States President Donald Trump, addressing the Israeli Knesset on Monday, announced that the “long, difficult war in Gaza has ended” and that Gaza will be immediately demilitarized, marking what he described as a new phase of regional stability.
During his address in Jerusalem, Trump affirmed that “Israel’s security will not be threatened in any shape”, emphasizing that the peace framework will ensure lasting safety for Israel. He stated that his administration is working closely with the Lebanese government to disarm Hezbollah, signaling a broader Middle East stabilization effort.
The President also noted, “First, we got to get Russia done,” referring to ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving regional alignments involving Moscow.
Trump’s remarks came amid heightened attention on his Gaza peace deal, which he credited US Special Envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff for helping negotiate. The speech was briefly interrupted by Israeli lawmaker Ayman Odeh, who protested what he called “unbearable hypocrisy” and was escorted out by security officers.
Following the incident, Trump remarked, “That was very efficient,” before resuming his address.
The President reaffirmed that the United States “does not seek war”, but warned that if forced into one, America would “win that war like nobody has ever won before.” His speech concluded with an appeal for cooperation and lasting peace across the Middle East, with Gaza’s demilitarization set as a pivotal step in the post-war transition.
