U.S. President Donald Trump ge a speech to the Israeli parliament, the Knesset, on Monday. During his speech, two lawmakers protested by holding signs, as per the X post by Iran Military Monitor. Ayman Odeh and Ofer Cassif from the Hadash-Ta’al party were the ones who were dragged out by the security. They displayed a banner that read “Genocide”. They were also calling for the recognition of Palestine. Security personnel noticed the protest and immediately intervened. The expulsion process, with security officials stringently holding the members and swiftly moving them out, was in Trump’s words efficient. It was followed by an apology from the Knesset speaker, who said “apologies Mr. President”, reports said.
Here’s the video of the ruckus in Knesset.Harsh confrontation and expulsion of Knesset members who protested against TrumpDuring Trump’s speech, Knesset members Ayman Odeh and Ofer Cassif, who had displayed a banner reading “Genocide,” were expelled from the parliamentary chamber. pic.twitter.com/JSTgiIbJqz
— Iran Military Monitor (@IRIran_Military) October 13, 2025
President Trump paused his speech when the protest happened. He then commented on the situation, saying, “That was very efficient.” The incident highlighted tensions around the issues of Palestine and Israel. The quick removal of the protesting lawmakers drew attention to the strict rules and security in the Knesset.After the removal, the Knesset speaker apologized to Trump, saying, “apologies Mr. President.” Trump continued his speech after the incident, taking it in good spirit. He called the day “the historic dawn of the new Middle East” and said it marked the end of war and the start of hope and progress.
Live EventsTrump talks peace and Middle East progressTrump mentioned that 20 Israeli hostages held by Hamas terrorists are returning to their families after two years. He praised Benjamin Netanyahu and all those involved in realizing the Gaza peace deal. Trump said, “Generations from now, this will be remembered as the moment that everything began to change... Like the USA right now, it will be the GOLDEN AGE of Israel and the Golden Age of the Middle East”, as stated in the report by TimesNow. He described past attacks on Israeli civilians by terrorists, calling them “one of the most evil and heinous desecrations of innocent life the world has ever seen.” He added, “please know that America joins you in those two everlasting vows— NEVER FORGET, and NEVER AGAIN.” Trump said, “For so many families across this land, it has been years since you he known a single day of true peace. But now, at last—not only for Israelis but also for Palestinians and for many others—the long and painful nightmare is finally OVER.”
He also added, “Across the Middle East, the forces of chaos, terror, and ruin that he plagued the region for decades now stand weakened, defeated. A new coalition of proud and responsible nations is emerging and because of us, the enemies of all civilisation are in retreat”, as per the report by TimesNow.
Trump concluded with, “Israel has won all that they can by force of arms. Now, it's time to translate these victories against terrorists on the battlefield into the ultimate prize of PEACE and PROSPERITY for the entire Middle East.” This was followed by applause from the Knesset members.
FAQsQ1. Why were two Knesset members expelled during Trump’s speech in Israel?
Ayman Odeh and Ofer Cassif protested with a “Genocide” banner and calls for Palestine, so security quickly removed them.
Q2. How did President Trump react to the Knesset protest?
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He paused his speech and said, “That was very efficient,” as the members were escorted out.(You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel)
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