Israel President Isaac Herzog said Monday he will present the country’s highest civilian award to his US counterpart Donald Trump for his role in securing the release of hostages from Gaza and helping to end the war.

Axar.az informs, citing Times of Israel, the president’s office says in a statement that Trump will receive the medal in the coming months, at a time and place to be determined.

Trump deserves the honor “in recognition of his role in achieving a historic agreement advancing the release of the hostages and an end to the war. The award also notes President Trump’s steadfast and unwavering support for the State of Israel, his unique contribution to Israel’s security and the well-being of its citizens, and his commitment to leading the entire region toward an era of peace and cooperation,” the statement said.

“President Trump’s legacy will be remembered for generations by the State of Israel and the Jewish people,” Herzog says in a statement. “From his unwavering support for the State of Israel, to the advent of the Abraham Accords which expanded the circle of peace in our region, from the two historic agreements that brought our dear hostages home and saved countless lives, to the decisive strike on Iran’s nuclear program, President Trump’s voice has always been one of courage and leadership, and of steadfast commitment to the pursuit of peace and humanity.”

Herzog added, “Through his tireless efforts, President Trump has not only helped bring our loved ones home but has also laid the foundations for a new era in the Middle East built on security, cooperation, and genuine hope for a peaceful future.”

The medal, Herzog’s office says, is given to people who have made “an exceptional contribution to the State of Israel or to humanity.”

Since taking office in 2021, Herzog has granted the medal to prominent figures in Israel and around the world, including heads of state, activists and Jewish figures from Israel and the Diaspora.