US praises PM's important role in deal, drawing loud jeers; minister brands protesters 'extremist fringe'; Likud says they're 'booing the truth

Crowds in Tel Aviv, Israel, on Saturday cheered President Donald Trump's name during a speech by the Republican's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, who was interrupted by booing when he mentioned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

A number of Israelis gathered at a rally in Tel Aviv to mark the impending release of hostages had a less than warm response to Benjamin Netanyahu, breaking out in a chorus of boos at the mention of the Prime Minister.

The protesters have been critical of Netanyahu for not yet securing the return of the remaining Israeli hostages.

Crowds in Hostage Square in Tel Aviv cheered as President Trump appeared on the live television screens. He is seen by many Israelis as the person responsible for freeing the hostages. Crowds booed when Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared on television.

Vice President JD Vance accused NBC of biased coverage after the network showed Israelis booing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu but ignored cheers for Trump at Tel Aviv rally.

The first seven hostages freed by Hamas have been handed over to Israeli authorities, marking the start of the long-awaited return of captives from Gaza.

The Israeli prime minister appeared backed into a corner in Gaza diplomacy. But this deal could greatly increase his room for maneuver, analysts said.

Thousands of Israelis rallied in Tel Aviv yesterday demanding a deal to end the Gaza war as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prepares to meet US

President Trump held a summit with world leaders to discuss the next steps in rebuilding Gaza following the ceasefire deal.