On February 10, 2026, Israel’s Minister of Education, Yoav Kisch, formally invited U.S. President Donald J. Trump to attend the Israel Prize Award Ceremony in Jerusalem on April 22, where he is slated to receive the Israel Prize for Lifetime Special Contribution to the State of Israel and the Jewish People. The letter describes the decision as historic and unprecedented, citing appreciation for Trump’s leadership and his lasting impact on Israel–United States relations. The ceremony is scheduled to take place as part of Israel’s 78th Independence Day celebrations. It is expected to be attended by senior Israeli leaders and international guests, with Trump’s presence framed as a symbol of the close and enduring ties between the two countries.
Minister of Education
February 10, 2026
His Excellency Mr. Donald J. Trump
President of the United States of America
Subject: Official Invitation to Receive the Israel Prize – April 22, Jerusalem
Mr. President,
It is with great respect and deep appreciation that I extend to you this official invitation to attend the Israel Prize Award Ceremony, to be held on April 22 in Jerusalem, the capital of the State of Israel.
This year, the Israel Prize Committee reached a historic decision to award you the Israel Prize for Lifetime Special Contribution to the State of Israel and the Jewish People. This unprecedented decision reflects the profound gratitude of the Israeli public for your exceptional leadership and your enduring impact on the history of Israel–United States relations.
The Israel Prize ceremony will take place as part of the official celebrations marking the 78th Independence Day of the State of Israel, and will be attended by the President, the Prime Minister, senior government officials, leaders from all parts of Israeli society, and distinguished guests from abroad.
Your presence in Jerusalem to personally receive the Israel Prize would be a moment of profound significance for the people of Israel and a powerful expression of the deep and enduring friendship between our two nations.
On behalf of the Government of Israel and the citizens of the State of Israel, I would be deeply honored if you would accept this invitation.
With highest esteem and respect,
Mr. Yoav Kisch
Minister of Education
State of Israel
Cc:
Mike Huckabee, United States Ambassador to Israel
Source: Israel Ministry of Education.