Knesset disruption as MPs demand recognition of Palestine
“Two Israeli MPs interrupt Trump’s Knesset speech with “Recognise Palestine” signs.”
Key points
- Two Israeli MPs interrupt Trump’s Knesset speech with “Recognise Palestine” signs.
- Security escorts them out as the president continues his address.
- Lawmakers later argue that peace depends on Palestinian statehood.
- Trump frames the Gaza truce as proof diplomacy is advancing.
Moments into US President Donald Trump’s address to Israel’s Knesset, two lawmakers interrupted the proceedings, standing up with placards and shouting for formal recognition of a Palestinian state. Security personnel quickly surrounded the pair and escorted them from the chamber as other members applauded the removal and the session resumed.
Trump, who had just hailed the Gaza ceasefire as a turning point for the region, quipped about the swift response and continued his prepared remarks. Outside the hall, the protesting legislators defended their actions on social media, arguing that lasting peace required Palestinian statehood alongside Israel and an end to the occupation.
The incident punctuated a high-profile appearance in which Trump became the first US president in years to speak before Israel’s parliament. His visit comes amid the implementation of a ceasefire and a large prisoner-for-hostage exchange, developments he cast as proof that the conflict’s most violent phase has ended and that diplomacy is gaining ground.
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