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.

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,”…