Trump had promised a quick end to the war, but a resolution remains elusive eight months into his term. Trump’s term began with a two-month ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, which ended when Israeli strikes killed 400 Palestinians on Mar 18.
“Hamas is very much aware of these discussions, and Israel has been informed at all levels,” Trump wrote. His post did not mention any further details but called the discussions “inspired and productive”.
Trump officials said this week a Gaza breakthrough was likely soon despite Israeli bombardments in the coastal territory.
Images of starving Palestinians, including children, have sparked global outrage against Israel’s assault on Gaza, which has killed tens of thousands of people and internally displaced Gaza’s entire population. Multiple rights experts, scholars and a UN inquiry say it amounts to genocide.
Israel calls its actions self-defence after the October 2023 attack by Hamas that killed 1,200 people and in which over 250 were taken hostage.
