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Now more from Trump.

He says a deal couldn't have happened without the US striking three of Iran's nuclear sites earlier this year.

"We took a big cloud off the Middle East and off Israel," he says.

The US president says that "Israel, with our help, has won all they can", adding that now it's time for "peace and prosperity for the entire Middle East".

He mentions his trip to Egypt later today, which Trump says he's now very late for, and jokes about the length of the speeches given in the Knesset before him.

"I'll be quite late - they might not be there by the time I get there," he says.

• Just a reminder - you can watch live as Trump speaks at the Knesset at the top of the page

As we've reported, Trump had to pause his speech in the Knesset after protests from some members of parliament.

Here's the video of what happened earlier.

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Returning to the Knesset, Trump recalls the horrific scenes of 7 October, describing the attack as "one of the most evil desecrations" of Jews since the Holocaust.

He renews US support for Israel, saying: "Please know that America joins you in those two everlasting vows: never forget and never again."

The US president says the "long and painful nightmare" is now over for both the Israeli people and the Palestinians.

"This is now a very exciting time for Israel and for the entire Middle East," he says.

"All across the Middle East, the forces of chaos, terror and ruin that have plagued the region for decades now stand weakened, isolated and totally defeated."

"Because of us, all the enemies of civilisation are retreating."

• As a reminder, you can watch President Trump's address live at the top of the page

Away from the Israeli parliament, the Hostages and Missing Families Forum says it has been told that only four of the 28 deceased hostages held by Hamas will be returned today.

"This represents a blatant breach of the agreement by Hamas," the group says in a statement.

"The mediators must enforce the agreement’s terms and ensure Hamas pays a price for this violation," the statement adds, urging the Israeli government to take "immediate action to rectify this grave injustice".

As a reminder, a copy of the ceasefire agreement published by Israeli media states the remains of all of the deceased hostages should also be handed over by 12:00 local time (09:00 GMT) on Monday.

But it also appears to acknowledge that Hamas and other Palestinian factions may not be able to locate all of them within that timeframe.

Trump continues his speech by thanking his Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, and his adviser and son-in-law Jared Kushner - who Trump says "loves Israel" - as well as Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth.

"We had some unbelievably good people working on this," Trump says.

Turning back to Israel, Trump says "Bibi would call me so many times" asking for weapons - "so many that Israel became strong and powerful... that's what led to peace," he says.

Tom Bateman
US State Department correspondent, travelling with the president

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We can bring you a bit more about the disruption that forced Trump to pause his speech to the Knesset.

Trump’s speech was just interrupted as an opposition MK (Israeli parliament member) held up a piece of paper that said “Recognise Palestine”.

Speaker Amir Ohana shouted a call for order amid loud disapproval against the protesting MK who was quickly escorted out.

Ohana could be heard calling the name of Ofer Cassif, a left-wing politician, but I couldn’t see who was escorted out. Local reports suggest perhaps two MKs.

Trump restarted his speech saying that was “very efficient”.

• You can see the moment Trump's speech was interrupted in the video carousel at the top of the page

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"This is the historic dawn of a new Middle East," Trump says.

He extends his thanks to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who he calls a "man of exceptional courage".

Some in the crowd shout "Bibi" - the prime minister's nickname.

Trump also thanks the Arab nations who helped with negotiations. It's an "incredible triumph" they worked together, he says.

Now "it will be the golden age of Israel", Trump adds, as well as the "golden age" for the whole region.

We're seeing some commotion in the Knesset and Trump has been forced to pause his speech.

A man is quickly approached by security and removed.

"That was very efficient," says Trump before resuming.

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Back in Israel's parliament, Donald Trump is greeted with applause and cheering as he begins his address to the Knesset.

"Nice place, really nice place," he says. "We gather on a day of profound joy and soaring hope."

"After two harrowing years in darkness and captivity, 20 courageous hostages are returning to the glorious embrace of their families. Twenty-eight more precious loved ones are coming home at last to rest in this sacred soil for all of time."

"The guns are silent," he says, adding that the region is now "at peace" and hopefully will remain so "for eternity".

• Remember, you can follow along by tapping watch live at the top of this page

We can now bring you footage, shared by the Israel Defense Forces, of the moment hostage Eitan Mor was reunited with his family earlier today.

Mor, 25, was kidnapped by Hamas on 7 October 2023, while working at the Nova music festival.

Back in the Israeli parliament, Netanyahu is continuing to speak.

He praises Donald Trump, crediting him for a short ceasefire deal struck in January that led to the release of some hostages.

Netanyahu says he believes Trump's leadership will help Israel normalise relations with more Arab countries, as he insists Israel will remain "vigilant" against future threats.

• For context: Trump joined predecessor Joe Biden in pressuring Israel and Hamas to accept a variation of a ceasefire proposal first presented in May 2024. The proposal was signed three days before Trump's second inauguration on 20 January

Alice Cuddy
Reporting from Tel Aviv

The crowd here in Hostages Square breaks into huge cheers and waves at the sky as helicopters carrying some of the freed hostages flies overhead.

"Welcome home,” a woman near me calls out.

As we’ve been reporting, after returning to Israel and reuniting with their families, the hostages are flown to hospitals. You can read more about how they have been preparing here.

"Today the Jewish calendar marks the end of two years of war," Netanyahu says.

He goes on to pay tribute to fallen Israeli soldiers - mentioning by name some of those killed and injured.

"Because of these heroes, our nation will survive... thrive... and will have peace," the prime minister says.

Netanyahu goes on to thank the US for its support for Israel over the years, and for what he calls the "bold decisions" made during the 12-day conflict with Iran earlier in the summer.

In June, the US struck three of Iran's nuclear sites.

"Donald Trump is the greatest friend that the State of Israel has ever had in the White House," Netanyahu says, a remark met with chants of "Trump" in the chamber.

Netanyahu describes Trump's peace proposal as a "pivotal" step towards peace, adding: "I'm committed to this peace, you are committed to this peace, and together we will achieve this peace."

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As released Palestinians reunite with their families, let's return to the Israeli parliament.

Before Trump speaks to the Knesset - Israel's parliament - Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is invited to say a few words.

Netanyahu says on a day that "will be inscribed in history", Trump too will be "inscribed in the history of our nation" and the world.

"How long we've waited for this moment," he says, "and I want to thank you personally on behalf of the whole nation."

Tom Bennett
Reporting from Ramallah

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As two Red Cross buses carrying Palestinian prisoners arrived in Ramallah just minutes ago, there were screams and shouts of joy from the families gathered.

Mothers and fathers wept as they embraced their loved ones, while others lifted them on to their shoulders to celebrate their release.

Many of those freed today were serving life sentences after being convicted by Israeli courts of crimes including murder.

A lot of them looked gaunt and some had visible injuries. Some struggled to walk. It’s clear that many families here are worried about the conditions their relatives are in.

We’re now seeing the first pictures of some of the released Palestinian prisoners arriving in Ramallah, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank.

After being transported by bus, they’re being welcomed by friends and relatives.

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We reported earlier that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was invited by the Egyptian presidency to join the international summit taking place in Sharm el-Sheikh later today.

However, the Israeli prime minister's office has just released a statement saying Netanyahu will be unable to take part in the summit because of its proximity to the Jewish holiday of Sukkot.

"The prime minister thanked President Trump for his efforts to expand the circle of peace - peace through strength," the statement says.

Although there is a ceasefire in Gaza, a long-term peace deal is yet to be agreed - about 20 world leaders, including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, will discuss this at the Sharm el-Sheikh summit.

Rushdi Abualouf
Gaza correspondent, in Istanbul

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Dozens across Gaza have taken to the streets in celebration ahead of the expected arrival of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners released under the latest exchange deal with Israel.

In Khan Younis, hundreds gathered in a square decorated with Palestinian flags and banners as loudspeakers played patriotic songs. Families of detainees waved photos of their loved ones, while others danced and sang in scenes of rare joy after two years of war and displacement.

For many Palestinians, this day carries a double significance - the return of their prisoners and the handover by Hamas of Israeli hostages, a move that could pave the way for the crucial second phase of the ceasefire agreement.

“What people want now is for the war to end, once and for all,” says Abu Omar Saleh. “We’ve had enough of death, destruction, and living in tents.”

After two years of conflict that left Gaza devastated, many here believe that releasing the Israeli hostages removes one of Israel’s main justifications for continuing military operations.

There is widespread hope that this step could help secure a permanent end to the fighting.

In Nasser hospital - the biggest fully functioning medical facility in Khan Younis - medical teams are preparing to conduct urgent health checks for the freed detainees amid severe shortages of medicines and equipment.

Local doctors say many of the released prisoners in the past suffer from chronic illnesses and injuries sustained during detention.

Despite the hardships, the prevailing mood in Gaza is one of cautious optimism that this moment might finally signal the beginning of the end.

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Back in Israel's parliament, Trump and several key US officials are introduced to rapturous applause.

The speaker names each one in turn - including the US president himself - with a long pause for a standing ovation and cheers from the politicians.