On Monday, President Donald Trump welcomed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the White House. They were joined by key cabinet members, including Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, CIA Director John Ratcliffe, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee. The discussions covered topics such as Israeli and American air strikes against Iran, the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran, and the robust relationship between the U.S. and Israel. Trump, Netanyahu, and some cabinet members addressed questions from the media during the meeting.

But Netanyahu planned a surprise early in the meeting, as our sister site Townhall reported.

Prime Minister Netanyahu announced on Monday that he had submitted a nomination to the Nobel Prize Committee for President Trump, highlighting his respect and admiration for the president’s efforts.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presents President Trump with a letter nominating him for the Nobel Peace Prize pic.twitter.com/JUzpU2ZPYz

— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) July 7, 2025

President Trump has already achieved significant milestones. He negotiated the Abraham Accords and has been promoting peace continually, impacting numerous countries and regions. I want to share with you, Mr. President, the letter I submitted to the Nobel Prize committee, nominating you for the peace prize, which you truly deserve.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has nominated US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize.

Prime Minister Netanyahu gave @POTUS @realDonaldTrump the letter of nomination during their White House meeting. pic.twitter.com/ayGSHoEcmH

— Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) July 8, 2025