Recognising Palestinian state is a 'reward' for Hamas - Trump

Trump says he has been involved in trying to get a ceasefire in Gaza and that the negotiating parties "have to get it done".

He brings up the fact that several powerful countries have in recent days recognised a Palestinian state, reports BBC.

Trump says "this would be a reward" for Hamas's atrocities. Instead of giving in to Hamas's ransom demands, Trump says that those who want peace should be united in one message: to release the hostages now.

That line receives applause in the room.