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Antony Blinken, the US Secretary of State, is arriving in Israel to push for a ceasefire in Gaza.

This marks his ninth visit since the conflict began last October.

The US, along with Qatar and Egypt, has proposed bridging solutions to close gaps between the parties.

Despite US optimism, Hamas remains skeptical.

Sami Abu Zuhri, a Hamas political bureau member, dismissed the idea of a nearing deal as "an illusion,"

claiming the talks are merely American impositions rather than genuine negotiations.

The negotiations occur amid fears of regional escalation.

Iran has threatened retaliation against Israel following the assassination of a Hamas leader.

Washington has warned Iran against any retaliatory actions, citing potentially "cataclysmic" consequences.

Even as ceasefire hopes rise, violence continues.

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