US EditionWitkoff says Gaza ceasefire deal could come by week’s end, as Trump is set to meet again with Netanyahu
GAZA STRIP, PALESTINE, JUL 8 – U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff said negotiators have narrowed disputes to one issue and expect a 60-day ceasefire with hostage releases by week's end, amid ongoing humanitarian concerns.
- On July 8, 2025, U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff said talks in Doha between Hamas and Israel could finalize a 60-day ceasefire and hostage release deal by week's end.
- The ceasefire discussions follow intensified meetings in Washington between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu, aimed at resolving hostilities and the hostage crisis.
- Negotiators narrowed four key issues to one, with Hamas ready to release hostages if guaranteed no renewed war, while Israel seeks Hamas's dismantling and security assurances.
- The proposed agreement would include releasing ten living hostages and nine deceased while Netanyahu expressed hope to 'cross the line' toward a deal soon.
- The ceasefire talks occur amid Gaza's crisis, where over 57,500 Palestinians have died and nearly the entire population is displaced under siege and attacks.
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Whether there was a miscommunication between Steve Witkoff and the rest of the Trump team or just general naivety in regards to a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, what is clear is that despite what seemed like heavy pressure on Israel to accept a ceasefire, it was Hamas who essentially nixed the deal. Steve Witkoff was prepared to fly to Qatar by the end of the week to clinch the deal, but he cancelled his trip at the last second, signa…
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