Washington: Informed sources have revealed the growing likelihood that US President Donald Trump will announce a ceasefire in Gaza within the next few days. This move is expected to be part of a broader deal that includes the release of Israeli detainees held by Hamas.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, there are expectations that Trump will announce a ceasefire in Gaza within days. The announcement is anticipated to be part of a deal that includes the release of Israeli hostages. Trump expressed on Sunday that he believes he has good news coming from Hamas regarding the situation in Gaza.

Sources within the Trump administration have mentioned that he is exerting pressure on Benjamin Netanyahu’s government to halt the ongoing conflict. The US administration has reportedly opened a communication channel with Hamas through Palestinian American businessman Bishara Bahbah. The parties involved are preparing to resume indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas concerning a prisoner exchange and ceasefire deal, as part of an initiative led by the United States through its special envoy, Steve Witkoff.

Informed diplomatic sources have indicated that Israel was asked to postpone its ground escalation and allow an expansion of humanitarian aid deliveries to foster an environment conducive to resuming negotiations. However, there are ongoing reports of daily crimes in Gaza committed by Israel. Media reports suggest that an Israeli delegation is expected to arrive in Cairo on Monday to discuss resuming talks, although Israel has yet to officially confirm this move.