Knesset Members Tackle Trump, Call for Palestine Recognition
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 two protesters were quickly escorted out by security.
- The Knesset speaker ordered their removal, striking the gavel and saying
“Remove this Knesset member!”
- Other members applauded their removal, with Trump commenting
“That was very swift”
before continuing his speech.
Author's summary: Knesset members protest Trump's speech.