The US president expressed optimism that a deal is ‘very close’ despite the Israeli prime minister vowing to keep fighting

The US president expressed optimism that a deal is ‘very close’ despite the Israeli prime minister vowing to keep fighting

On Friday, Donald Trump told reporters at the White House: 'It's looking like we have a deal on Gaza, and we'll let you know. I think it's a deal that will get the hostages back.

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump expressed optimism on Sunday about reaching a deal to end the war in Gaza, saying there is “a real chance for greatness in the Middle East,”…

President Trump will meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday at the White House with the aim of reaching a framework for a deal.

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Trump believes the agreement is close after talks with Arab leaders last week, insisting it would free hostages, secure a ceasefire and force Hamas to disarm.

Israeli forces kill at least 77 in last 24 hours to bring war death toll to 66,000

Plan proposed as Netanyahu is keeping together an uncompromising coalition, which wants takeover of Gaza and West Bank.