U.S. President Donald Trump has declared the Gaza war over, making the statement ahead of his visit to Israel, marking his first trip since the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. During the visit, he is expected to address the Knesset and co-chair a high-level peace summit in Egypt.

Describing Gaza as a devastated region, Trump hinted that some hostages could be released earlier than anticipated. He announced the formation of a peace council to oversee Gaza’s reconstruction in the near future.According to Reuters, Trump told reporters, “The war is over, you’ll see.” When asked about the region’s future, he responded, “I think it’s going to return to normal.” Marc Loire Women's Slip on Casual Solid Pumps Heels

Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump praised Qatar for its role in facilitating the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and commended Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for his outstanding efforts.In his statement, Trump emphasized that Jews, Muslims, and Arab nations are all pleased with the outcome. “After Israel, we’re heading to Egypt, where we’ll meet leaders of powerful, large, and wealthy nations, all of whom are part of this agreement,” he said. Bihar Election 2025: Parties aggressively turn to helicopters and private jets for maximum coverage..!

The announcement comes as the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, mediated by the U.S., Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, holds into its third day. This truce raises hopes of ending the conflict that began with Hamas’s surprise attack on October 7, 2023.