Trump urges Palestinians to reject 'Forces of hate'

In a forceful address to the Israeli Knesset Monday, U.S. President Donald Trump called on the Palestinian people to “turn forever from the path of terrorism and violence” and to reject the influence of “malign forces of hatred” within their ranks.

“The Palestinians face a choice that couldn’t be clearer,” he said. “This is their chance to change — forever — by excising those who spread hate among them.”

Trump’s speech, delivered before applauding lawmakers, came amid escalating hopes for lasting peace following recent hostage exchanges and a fragile ceasefire.

In a surprising twist, Trump also floated the idea of a peace deal with Iran, despite having previously supported Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites earlier this year.

“It would be a wonderful thing if we could reach an agreement with them,” he told the Knesset.
“Are you happy with that? Wouldn’t that be good?” he asked rhetorically, suggesting that Iran was “tired” of conflict.
He added: “We are ready when you’re ready,” extending a diplomatic olive branch to Tehran.

Trump’s remarks signal a dual-track approach: pressing for Palestinian behavioral change while reopening lines of diplomatic communication with Iran. Whether either message will gain traction remains to be seen in a region still bracing for turbulence.