Israel is giving its top prize to a foreigner for the first time ever. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced at Mar-a-Lago that Donald Trump will receive the Israel Prize. Netanyahu said the government broke tradition to honor Trump's contributions to Israel and the Jewish people.
The award follows years of Netanyahu crediting Trump's policies. He cited moves like backing Israel at the U.N. and exiting the Iran nuclear deal. The decision was formally made by Israel's education minister.
Trump called the recognition a great honor. The announcement comes after a recent ceasefire deal in Gaza. Netanyahu has repeatedly stated that no U.S. president did more for Israel.
The award follows years of Netanyahu crediting Trump's policies. He cited moves like backing Israel at the U.N. and exiting the Iran nuclear deal. The decision was formally made by Israel's education minister.
Trump called the recognition a great honor. The announcement comes after a recent ceasefire deal in Gaza. Netanyahu has repeatedly stated that no U.S. president did more for Israel.
