Sources familiar with the negotiation details expressed deep pessimism about the chances for a deal in the near future, following talks with special American envoy Steve Whitcoff. "The feeling in Israel is that it's very difficult to move Hamas from its current position and reach agreements with them. This requires more time and patience that Israel does not have, and the tendency is to proceed with expanding the maneuver," they said. "Whitcoff remains in Israel for now and will visit Gaza tomorrow." In addition, diplomatic sources said there is a "disconnect" with Hamas, which refuses to return to negotiations. According to them, "War expansion is inevitable."