Israeli Army Radio reported that President Isaac Herzog has decided to award former US President Donald Trump the Presidential Medal in recognition of his efforts in reaching an agreement that led to the release of Israeli detainees from Gaza.

The radio explained that the decision came after internal consultations and was considered a symbolic step reflecting “the state’s gratitude for the crucial role Trump played in accelerating the release process.”

This honor comes amid widespread praise within Israel for the American role in finalizing the Gaza agreement and beginning the implementation of the prisoner exchange deal, which included the release of several Israelis and Palestinians as part of the recent ceasefire.