Hamas claims to be close to reaching a truce agreement with Israel, according to a statement by Ismail Haniyeh. The group has delivered its response to Qatari mediators, who are working on the agreement. The tentative deal includes a five-day ceasefire and the release of hostages. Israel has not yet responded to the status of negotiation efforts. The conflict between Israel and Hamas has been ongoing for 45 days, resulting in thousands of deaths and international criticism of Israel's conduct.