Trump touches down in Israel — as Netanyahu greets commander in chief
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President Trump has arrived in Israel, setting the stage for a historic hostage exchange following his successful negotiation of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, which concluded a violent two-year conflict.

Touching down at Ben Gurion Airport, just outside Tel Aviv, Trump disembarked from his plane at approximately 9:43 a.m. local time on Monday, greeted with a ceremonial red-carpet welcome.


President Donald Trump arrives in Israel on October 13, 2025.
President Donald Trump arrives in Israel on October 13, 2025.

Israeli airport staff prepare the Red Carpet ahead of US President Donald Trump's arrival at Ben Gurion Airport on the outskirts of Lod near Tel Aviv on October 13, 2025.
Israeli airport staff prepare the Red Carpet ahead of US President Donald Trump’s arrival at Ben Gurion Airport on the outskirts of Lod near Tel Aviv on Oct. 13, 2025. AFP via Getty Images

Awaiting Trump at the airport were Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife, Sara, alongside Trump’s daughter, Ivanka, and her husband, Jared Kushner, who were present in anticipation of the president’s visit.

This significant visit coincides with the sight of seven released hostages making their way into Israel, marking a pivotal moment in the peace process.

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