"Based on what I have seen, 90% is agreed but there are a few critical issues that remain," Blinken said. He emphasized the need for both Israel and Hamas to fill the gaps to finalize the agreement.
"I expect in the coming days, we will share with Israel, and they [mediators Qatar and Egypt] will share with Hamas our thoughts, the three of us, on exactly how to resolve remaining outstanding questions," Blinken added.
In an interview with US news channel Fox, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sounded less optimistic about a soon-to-be-reached deal, stating, "It's not close." He expressed concerns surrounding the quick conclusion of negotiations.
"As close as I believe we are to getting a cease-fire agreement, every day that goes by without it finalized is a day where an intervening event could derail this fragile situation," Blinken noted.
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