US President Donald Trump said on Monday that ceasefire negotiations were progressing “pretty well” and that he anticipated developments “fairly soon”.

The United States is supporting a 60-day truce plan that includes the gradual release of hostages, partial withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza, and continued discussions to reach a permanent resolution.

Meanwhile, Hamas accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of obstructing a potential agreement, as the second week of talks in Qatar got underway.

Al Jazeera.