WATCH: President Trump Uses Analogy to Describe How Small Israel Really is

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President Donald Trump listens to a question during an interview with The Associated Press in the Oval Office of the White House, Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

(VINnews) WASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump spoke with reporters in the Oval Office on Monday afternoon about a variety of issues including Israel and the chances of the ceasefire holding.

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“It certainly is a small country in terms of land.” He demonstrated how small Israel is compared to the rest of the region using his pen.

“It’s a pretty small piece of land, and it’s amazing that they’ve been able to do what they’ve been able to do when you think about it. There’s a lot of good, smart brainpower, but it is a very small piece of land,” he added.

Despite its small size, Israel has made remarkable strides in technology, defense, and diplomacy. With a land area of just about 8,550 square miles—smaller than the state of New Jersey—Israel has managed to establish itself as a powerhouse in cybersecurity, medicine, and military innovation.

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Al Tivtachu bNedivim
Al Tivtachu bNedivim
13 days ago

It’s bigger than the point of a pen on a desk, but “point” well taken.