A stunned brought to a pause after Donald Trump released a “bizarre” video about Gaza.
Wednesday’s edition of the programme was hosted by Richard and , who shared the day’s top headlines with viewers. This included news that Sir has headed to Washington for crucial talks with US president
But the show was interrupted after the US president dropped a video with an AI-generated vision for the future of Gaza on his social media.
Richard began: “We often bring you breaking news on this live news programme. Sometimes it’s bizarre breaking news as the prime minister heads to Washington to meet , the president has posted a frankly, weird, ‘What’s next’ for Gaza – an AI video on his Truth Social platform.”
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Richard Madeley halted Good Morning Britain for breaking news (Image: ITV)
The broadcaster warned viewers to “gird themselves” before the video was shown.
The 30-second clip starts with scenes of destruction in Gaza, after the Israeli military retaliated to try to root out Hamas militants in response to the Oct. 7 attacks on in 2023.
The opening scene is superimposed with the text “Gaza 2025” before the video asks: “What’s next?”
The next shot shows Gaza transformed into a Middle Eastern paradise with exotic beaches, skyscrapers and people partying. Children begin running on a beach before someone with a striking resemblance to is shown eating bread dipped in hummus.
It includes a “Trump Gaza” tower and a huge golden statue of the president – with miniature versions on sale in a souvenir gift shop.
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The video featured a “Trump Gaza” tower and a huge golden statue of the president (Image: Truth Socials/Donald Trump)
The video also features the world leader sunbathing and sipping cocktails by a pool with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
A song can be heard playing in the background featuring the lyrics: “Donald’s coming to set you free, bringing the light for all to see, no more tunnels, no more fear: Trump Gaza’s finally here.
“Trump Gaza’s shining bright, golden future, a brand new life. Feast and dance the deal is done, Trump Gaza, number one.”
Richard and Susanna were lost for words as they discussed the video with Andrew Pierce and Kevin Maguire.
Asked about their reaction, Andrew branded the video “jaw-dropping” while Kevin claimed that Trump shouldn’t be in The White House but an “asylum” instead.