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Gaza ceasefire can be reached but may take more time, Israeli officials say

ISRAEL, JUL 8 – The proposed 60-day ceasefire includes phased hostage releases, Israeli troop withdrawals, and increased humanitarian aid, aiming to ease Gaza's crisis amid ongoing indirect talks mediated by the U.S.

  • During Doha discussions, Israeli officials said gaps can be bridged but may take more than a few days to finalize in Qatar.
  • Israeli officials say that despite gaps in Qatar-mediated talks since Sunday, a Gaza ceasefire deal is possible but may take more than a few days to finalize.
  • The US-backed ceasefire proposal envisions a 60-day truce, phased hostage releases, and Israeli troop withdrawals, but negotiations remain stalled over key demands, including disarmament.
  • Israeli military operations in Gaza continue with 29 Palestinians and five soldiers killed, highlighting ongoing hostilities despite diplomatic efforts, Netanyahu's instructions aim for a ceasefire, but violence persists.
  • More broadly, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's July 7 letter nominating President Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize highlights the intense diplomatic maneuvering surrounding Gaza ceasefire efforts.
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Axios broke the news in Washington, United States on Saturday, July 5, 2025.
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