‘Israel committed to this peace’: Netanyahu declares in address with Trump

The announcement follows the release of all 20 surviving hostages held by Hamas, marking a major breakthrough in a Gaza peace deal brokered with US support.

Published on: Oct 13, 2025, 16:12:06 IST

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday delivered a historic address at the Knesset alongside US President Donald Trump, declaring that “he was committed to this peace” signaling a potential end to nearly two years of devastating conflict.

President Donald Trump, center, talks with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as he arrives at Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv, Israel, Monday, Oct. 13, 2025. (AP)

The announcement follows the release of all 20 surviving hostages held by Hamas, marking a major breakthrough in a Gaza peace deal brokered with US support. The hostages were handed over earlier in the day and are on their way back to Israel.

Netanyahu’s statement offers a rare moment of hope for Gaza, nearly two years after the October 7, 2023, attacks by Hamas on Israel ignited widespread hostilities. The conflict has since caused a severe humanitarian crisis and significant casualties on both sides.

While major questions remain about the future of Hamas and Gaza, the ceasefire is expected to be accompanied by a surge of humanitarian aid into Gaza. Around 400 trucks were already lined up on Sunday ready to enter the war-torn region.

Meanwhile, Trump is set to travel to Egypt to discuss the US-proposed deal and postwar plans with regional and international leaders in Sharm El-Sheikh summit on Gaza.

The streets of Israel were lit on Monday with families celebrating the return of hostages.

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