Israel has softened its stance in the negotiations, raising hopes for a breakthrough.
After days of intense fighting, there are signs that prospects for a Gaza truce are improving as Israel adjusts its demands.
Israeli officials have indicated that they are willing to accept a ceasefire that does not include the disarmament of Hamas, the militant group that controls Gaza.
This is a significant concession, as Israel has long insisted that Hamas must be disarmed before any lasting peace can be achieved.
In addition, Israel has agreed to ease the blockade on Gaza, which has been in place for more than a decade.
The blockade has had a devastating impact on the economy and humanitarian situation in Gaza.
The easing of the blockade would allow more goods and people to enter and leave Gaza, which would provide much-needed relief to the population.
Hamas has also indicated that it is willing to make concessions.
The group has said that it is prepared to stop firing rockets into Israel and to accept a ceasefire that does not include the disarmament of Hamas.
However, Hamas has also said that it will not accept any ceasefire that does not include the lifting of the blockade on Gaza.
The negotiations are still ongoing, but there is a growing sense of optimism that a breakthrough could be reached.
If a ceasefire is agreed, it would be a major step towards ending the violence in Gaza and creating a more stable and peaceful region.
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