Joe Biden ‘optimistic’ about Gaza ceasefire deal – as Lebanon says six killed by Israeli strike Sky NewsUS and allies push for Israel-Hamas ceasefire to be reached next week after presenting fresh proposal to warring sides CNNIsraeli officials confirm progress in negotiations, Hamas claims it is plot to buy time The Jerusalem PostGaza Cease-Fire Talks to Resume in Cairo, as Mediators Race to Head Off Wider War The New York TimesBiden says admin is ‘closer than we’ve ever been’ to cease-fire deal in Middle East Fox News