President Donald Trump arrived in Israel, where he was welcomed by Prime Minister Netanyahu at Ben Gurion Airport. During his visit, Trump flew over a large 'Thank You' banner displayed on the beachfront of Tel Aviv, a gesture of gratitude for the Gaza ceasefire deal. The banner was visible from Air Force One, which was carrying Trump, and symbolized appreciation for the diplomatic efforts leading to the release of seven hostages by Hamas after two years of captivity. The hostage release marked the first phase of a ceasefire agreement aimed at halting the conflict in Gaza, which escalated after Hamas's attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, resulting in over 1,200 deaths and the taking of 251 hostages. Hamas has announced plans to exchange 20 hostages for over 1,900 Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. The ceasefire followed days of negotiations in Egypt, and the release of the hostages was part of broader diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the violence. The event was marked by widespread public celebrations in Tel Aviv, with flags, flowers, and families gathered in Hostage Square, highlighting the significance of the diplomatic breakthrough in the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict.