Hamas thanked Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey for mediating the negotiations and expressed gratitude to US President Donald Trump for his efforts to end the conflict

With Trump's 20-point plan appearing closer than any previous effort to reach a ceasefire, delegations upgraded their presence at negotiations.

WASHINGTON/CAIRO: Israel and Hamas agreed on Wednesday to the first phase of US President Donald Trump’s plan for Gaza, a ceasefire and hostage deal that could open the way to…