Israeli officials said on Tuesday that gaps can be bridged between Israel and Palestinian militant group Hamas at peace talks in Qatar, though it may take more than a few days to reach a deal to free hostages and halt fighting.

Ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas, mediated by Qatar, continue with optimism from U.S. President Trump.

Israel has said it is sending a delegation to Qatar for ceasefire talks with Hamas about the war in Gaza, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said on Saturday. “In light of an