Just days after US President Donald Trump missed out on the Nobel Peace Prize to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, Israel has decided to honour him in its own way.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog announced that Trump will receive the country’s highest civilian award, the Israeli Presidential Medal of Honour, during his visit to Israel on Monday.

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The decision, seen by many as a symbolic show of gratitude, comes as Trump is credited with brokering the Gaza ceasefire deal and securing the release of hostages.

According to Herzog, the award recognises Trump’s role in securing the release of hostages from Gaza and helping bring an end to the ongoing war.

“Through his tireless efforts, President Trump has not only helped bring our loved ones home but has also l

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