Baghdad: U.S. President Donald Trump expressed hope for reaching a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip within a week, noting that his country is making significant efforts toward that goal. Speaking to reporters on the tarmac of Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, Trump said that Washington is currently engaged in talks aimed at ending the escalation in the besieged territory.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Trump mentioned that the U.S. is actively involved in discussions aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict in Gaza. He conveyed optimism that a resolution could be achieved in the coming days, emphasizing the commitment of his administration to facilitate peace in the region.