Cautious optimism around Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal but hurdles remain

There is cautious optimism in Israel on reaching a Gaza ceasefire deal that would see the release of 10 Israeli hostages and as US President Donald Trump signals that a 60-day halt in fighting could be reached next week. 

Diplomatic movement: Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer met with White House senior officials on Tuesday in Washington and a Hamas delegation was set to meet Wednesday in Cairo with Egyptian and Qatari representatives to discuss the new proposal.

President Donald Trump…