Mediators' Efforts to Seal Gaza Cease-Fire and Hostage-Swap Deal

A US official announced that mediators are preparing to finalize a Gaza cease-fire and hostage-swap deal to end the 10-month Israel-Hamas conflict. The proposal on the table bridges significant gaps between the parties. Talks wrapped up in Qatar, with further discussions set for Cairo next week.

A US official stated on Friday that mediators are gearing up to implement a Gaza cease-fire and hostage-swap deal, aiming to end the 10-month Israel-Hamas conflict ahead of a final agreement.

Speaking anonymously, the official mentioned that the current proposal is effectively bridging every significant gap between Israel and Hamas.

This announcement came after mediators indicated optimism for an imminent deal, following two days of talks in Qatar. The parties plan to reconvene in Cairo next week to finalize the agreement and cease hostilities.

(With inputs from agencies.)