Israeli American hostage father says he has ‘immense gratitude’ for Trump team after ceasefire deal
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An Israeli American hostage's father, Jonathan Dekel-Chen, expressed "immense gratitude" to President Trump’s team for their role in securing a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Speaking on ABC’s This Week, Dekel-Chen praised the Trump team for finalizing the agreement and emphasized the importance of maintaining focus on the volatile Middle East situation. While acknowledging the Biden administration’s foundational efforts, he credited Trump’s public interventions with advancing the deal. The truce, effective Sunday, ended fighting in Gaza and included Hamas releasing 33 hostages, including Dekel-Chen’s son, Sagui. White House deputy national security adviser Jon Finer confirmed Trump’s team offered significant support, which complemented ongoing efforts. The ceasefire marks a critical step in resolving the year-long crisis, with expectations for continued collaboration under the incoming administration.
