During a pivotal address to Israeli lawmakers, US President Donald Trump advised Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to adopt a more conciliatory tone following the successful US-brokered ceasefire and hostage release agreement with Hamas. “You can be nicer now, Bibi, you’re not at war anymore,” Trump stated, utilizing Netanyahu’s familiar nickname shortly after the deal’s finalization. He characterized the agreement as a significant step towards lasting peace in the Middle East, praising both his and Netanyahu’s roles in achieving this breakthrough. Trump highlighted the release of 20 hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, proclaiming that Israel, with American assistance, had achieved victory. He described the current moment as a “historic dawn of a new Middle East,” forecasting a “golden age for Israel” and a future of enduring peace for the region. The speech concluded with an optimistic vision of tranquility, met by a prolonged standing ovation from the Knesset members.
