Israel Sees Signs of Breakthrough in Talks Over Gaza Ceasefire
- Officials from Israel say Hamas softens negotiating stance
- Hostages would be exchanged for prisoners; aid boost for Gaza
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Israeli officials say a ceasefire in Gaza is a more realistic prospect than at any time in the past year, suggesting a long-awaited deal to free hostages and boost aid to the beleaguered territory could be close.
A working group from Israel is in the Qatari capital of Doha this week to re-establish relations with mediators in the event of a breakthrough in negotiations with Hamas, said the officials, asking not to be identified discussing sensitive information.