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Both Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas appear closer than ever to reaching a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, alongside a potential deal on prisoner swaps, according to mediators cited by the Lebanese daily Al-Akhbar<\/em>.<\/p>\n

The report, published in a newspaper closely aligned with Hezbollah, signals growing momentum towards a truce. Over the past week, diplomatic efforts have intensified. U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan visited Israel, Egypt, and Qatar, while Israeli delegations also engaged with officials in Egypt, and Qatar.<\/p>\n

A separate report in the Israeli press quoted an unnamed Israeli official suggesting that an agreement could be finalized by 25 December.<\/p>\n

According to an Egyptian security source, a recent stalemate in the talks resulted from attempts to expand the scope of the agreement. The primary goals include securing the release of additional prisoners and ensuring a longer ceasefire. Disagreements reportedly persist between Israel and Egypt over the future management of the Rafah border crossing.<\/p>\n

The proposed ceasefire is based on an Egyptian peace plan aimed at creating a “Gaza without Hamas”. Key aspects of the plan include an initial ceasefire of one to two months, a gradual release of hostages without military pressure, and a reopening under the supervision of the Palestinian Authority and Egypt.<\/p>\n

Israel would retain veto power over individuals crossing into Egypt. Egypt would ensure that Hamas does not control the border or Gaza in the immediate future.<\/p>\n

Reportedly, Hamas has agreed to the plan on the condition that Gaza\u2019s administration is handed over to a committee of local Palestinians.<\/p>\n

Netanyahu reiterated Israel\u2019s commitment to securing the return of all Israeli prisoners held in Gaza. In a written statement, Netanyahu also addressed developments in Syria, Lebanon, and conflicts with Iran, and Hezbollah.<\/p>\n

Netanyahu remarked, \u201cThe face of the Middle East has changed,\u201d adding that Syria, Lebanon, Gaza, and Iran are fundamentally different compared to a year ago. While emphasizing ongoing challenges posed by Iran and its proxies, he noted that Israel would base its policy toward Syria on \u201crealities on the ground.\u201d<\/p>\n

Netanyahu also highlighted a meeting with Donald Trump, newly elected as the 47th President of the United States, describing it as \u201cvery friendly, warm, and important.\u201d<\/p>\n

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