U.S. President Donald Trump sent a letter to Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana. Trump wrote that he looks forward to seeing him soon, adding: "We are on the verge of one of the greatest diplomatic achievements in history." Trump noted that "we have worked tirelessly since that terrible day to bring all hostages home, protect Israel's sovereignty and end the violence that has tragically afflicted one of the most precious regions in the world for too long. We cannot rest until peace is fully realized and maintained."