While the world is focused on developments in the Middle East, statements are coming in succession. Statements have been made by Qatar and Hamas regarding the ceasefire agreement in Gaza. CEASEFIRE TALKS IN FINAL STAGEQatari officials stated that the ceasefire talks in Gaza are in the final stage and that an agreement could be possible very soon. HAMAS: WE HAVE REACHED THE FINAL STEPSIn a statement from Hamas, it was said, "We have reached the final steps in the ceasefire negotiations. We hope a clear and comprehensive agreement will be made." ISRAELI CABINET MAY MEET TODAYAccording to a report by Israel's official state television KAN, it was noted that Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu wants to ensure that the government will not fall due to Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's opposition to the agreement. Israeli officials speaking to KAN stated, "If things progress quickly, it is likely that the cabinet will meet this afternoon, followed by a government meeting and the approval of the agreement." "CEASEFIRE IS VERY CLOSE"Meanwhile, diplomatic sources speaking to The Jerusalem Post, who wished to remain anonymous, noted that the first phase of the agreement, to which the parties are close to reaching a consensus, could extend up to 42 days. Diplomatic sources suggested that in the first phase, which could extend up to 42 days, 33 Israeli captives would be released, and the Israeli army would begin to withdraw gradually. It was also reported that on the 16th day of the ceasefire, talks would begin regarding the subsequent phases of the agreement aimed at the release of all Israeli captives in Gaza and the complete withdrawal of the Israeli army. The sources had not provided a specific date regarding when the ceasefire would be signed. CEASEFIRE TALKS HAVE INTENSIFIEDIndirect negotiations between Hamas and Israel, mediated by Qatar, Egypt, and the U.S., are intensively continuing to shape a final agreement regarding prisoner exchanges and the cessation of attacks.
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