President Donald Trump delivered a deeply emotional statement reflecting on his meetings with the families of Israelis taken hostage during the Gaza conflict, praising their endurance, faith, and love in the face of unimaginable pain.

“Over the past two years, I’ve met many of the families of Israelis taken hostage,” Trump said. “I have looked into their eyes and seen the worst nightmares of their suffering. But I have also seen something else — the beautiful love of the people… the love that gives you the courage to carry on through thousands of years of persecution and repression, and to emerge with the Heart of David.”

His remarks, made during a White House briefing on the ongoing peace and recovery efforts, struck a deeply personal tone and were widely shared across social media.

Observers noted that Trump’s message sought to highlight the resilience of the Jewish people and the human spirit behind the peace process, framing it not only as a political achievement but also as a moral and emotional journey.

The statement comes as efforts continue to rebuild trust and ensure the full implementation of the Gaza peace accord, with renewed focus on humanitarian aid and reconciliation.