Steve Witkoff, the US special envoy to the Middle East, is set to return to the region this week to continue discussions on the fragile ceasefire-for-hostages deal in Gaza. Despite uncertainties surrounding the future of the agreement, Witkoff remains optimistic about progressing to the second phase.
Phase 1 of the agreement, which involved a ceasefire and the release of some hostages, has been extended, paving the way for negotiations to move into Phase 2. This next phase aims to see the complete withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza and the release of all remaining hostages held by Hamas.
