Witkoff Recalls Trump’s Emotional Reaction When Freed Israeli Hostages Visited White House
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Category: ISRAEL, JERUSALEM & THE TEMPLE
Summary:
Special envoy Steve Witkoff stated on January 15 that President Donald Trump showed visible emotion when Israeli hostages released by Hamas following the Gaza cease-fire visited the White House last year. Witkoff spoke at the Israeli–American Council National Summit in Florida about his role in securing the release of hostages kidnapped during the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel, describing the occasion as deeply personal for both him and Trump. He recalled Trump’s reaction when the remaining 20 living Israeli hostages, freed by Hamas in October 2025, visited the White House. Witkoff also mentioned that phase two of Trump’s peace plan has begun, focusing on the complete demilitarization and reconstruction of Gaza.
Mysterion Insights
Scripture: Psalm 126:1-3
"When the LORD brought back the captive ones of Zion, We were like those who dream. Then our mouth was filled with laughter, And our tongue with joyful shouting; Then they said among the nations, "The LORD has done great things for them." The LORD has done great things for us; We are glad."
Commentary:
Joy and relief often come with the return of captives—something that remains profound and deeply personal for everyone involved. Seeing political leaders moved by such moments reminds us that freedom and restoration touch real lives. This happened on land God gave to Israel, making every rescue and negotiation more than just a political achievement—it carries prophetic weight. Scripture shows the world takes notice when captives return to Zion. These events echo prophetic patterns the Bible describes regarding Israel’s place at the center of global focus.
Prophetic Trend:
Hostage releases and negotiations in Israel continue to reflect the prophetic significance attached to real lives and the land God gave to Israel.
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Source Excerpt:
Special envoy Steve Witkoff said on Jan. 15 that President Donald Trump was visibly emotional when the Israeli hostages, who were released by Hamas following the cease-fire in Gaza, visited the White House last year. Speaking at the Israeli–American Council National Summit in Florida, Witkoff reflected on his work in securing the release of hostages kidnapped by the Hamas terrorist group during the Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel, saying the moment was “deeply personal” for both him and the president. Witkoff recalled how Trump reacted when the remaining 20 living Israeli hostages, who were released by Hamas in October 2025, visited the White House, and shared what the president said to him.......
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Source: The Epoch Times
Posted on 01-16-2026 09:33