US President Donald Trump departed for Israel on Sunday night, with a schedule to speak at the Knesset later on Monday.
"This is going to be a very special time... Everybody's cheering at one time. That's never happened before... It's an honor to be involved, and we're going to have an amazing time," Trump said ahead of his trip.
Trump's arrival in Israel will be at the same time that the hostage release operation is scheduled to begin, with the US president having a key role in the negotiations to achieve that deal.
"War is over," Reuters reported that Trump said when asked about the situation in Gaza. "Ceasefire is going to hold, Gaza is like a demolition site."
Trump ahead of Knesset speech: 'We will forge a future of security, prosperity, and peace in Israel'
Trump also answered Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana's letter of invitation to speak at Israel's main legislative body during his visit to the country.
"Thank you for your historic invitation to address the nation of Israel before your esteemed legislative body. I am honored to accept," the letter stated.
Trump then addressed the Abraham Accords, which he described as "the foundation of stability in a region marked by centuries of conflict."
We have built upon that incredible achievement since I returned to the White House earlier this year, and are proving that nations across the globe can move beyond longstanding challenges of the past."
He also wrote, "This week, we marked two years since the abhorrent attack of October 7, 2023. We have worked tirelessly since that horrific day to return all hostages to their homes, defend the sovereignty of Israel, and end the violence that has tragically plagued one of the most cherished areas of the world for far too long."
Now, we stand on the doorstep of one of the greatest diplomatic achievements in history, and we cannot rest until peace is fully realized and sustained. Together, we will forge a future of security, prosperity, and peace in Israel, the region, and beyond, and blessed are the peacemakers!"