Special Envoy Steve Witkoff is set to meet with Israeli and Qatari officials in Rome as part of renewed efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have expressed optimism that a deal with Hamas is close, with indirect negotiations ongoing. The proposed agreement, backed by the United States, includes a 60-day ceasefire, phased release of hostages, and withdrawal of Israeli troops from parts of Gaza. If significant progress is made in Rome, Witkoff may travel to Doha to finalize the deal, which could pave the way for expanded normalization agreements between Israel and other regional countries.