Knesset Members Tackle Trump, Call for Palestine Recognition
A momentary chaos erupted inside Israel’s Knesset when two legislators interrupted US President Donald Trump's speech, demanding recognition of Palestine.
Hadash Party leader Ayman Odeh and member Ofer Cassif held up signs that said
“Recognize Palestine!”during Trump’s speech, which celebrated the recent US-brokered Gaza ceasefire agreement.
- The Knesset speaker ordered the removal of the protesting members.
- Security personnel led them out while other members applauded.
Trump commented
“That was very swift”before moving on to discuss his envoy, Steve Witkoff.
Author's summary: Knesset members protest Trump's speech.