Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle celebrated the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas as hostages returned home Monday after being held by Hamas for more than two years.

Twenty men were released from Hamas captivity and were accompanied by members of the Israel Defense Force (IDF) for an emotional reunification with friends and family. Israel also released about 1,900 Palestinian prisoners as part of the deal, who were greeted in the West Bank by large, celebrating crowds.

President Donald Trump traveled to Israel to deliver remarks on the historic deal before going to Egypt for a peace summit with other world leaders.

Amid joyous celebrations in Israel and Gaza, the ceasefire deal and release of the hostages were also cheered in the United States.

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