US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that a peace deal between Israel and Hamas in Gaza is ‘very close’ and that he may travel to the Middle East toward the end of the week - possibly on Sunday. “I was just dealing with people from the Middle East … on the potential peace deal for the middle east… and we hope it’s gonna come true, but it’s very close. And they’re doing very well, we have a great team over there, great negotiators and unfortunately, great negotiators on the other side also. …” Trump told reporters at the White House. He went on to appreciate the negotiating teams and expressed hope for a positive outcome, “It’s something I think that will happen. Our final negotiation, as you know, is with Hamas, and we’ll see, but there is a very good chance. Negotia
‘Very close’: Donald Trump says 'good chance' for Gaza peace deal; may visit Middle East by end of week

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